LUBBOCK, TX — Lubbock Fire Rescue issued an official statement concerning the explosion and fires on Texas Tech University campus on Wednesday, March 12.
"At around 7:00 p.m., Lubbock Fire Rescue (LFR) responded to the 900 block of Boston Avenue for a possible gas leak," Lubbock Fire Rescue said. "Engine 4 arrived first on scene and found multiple manhole covers with active fire and smoke issuing from them. Engine 4 quickly requested additional units to help to mitigate the rapidly escalating scene, and a second alarm was called by Battalion 1 for manpower. This remains a very active scene as crews continue to assist Texas Tech University in mitigating this emergency. No injuries have been reported."
"At this time, evacuations are isolated to certain areas on campus. There is no need to evacuate the area if you are not on the campus."
Texas Tech made the decision to begin Spring Break, initially scheduled for Monday, March 17, to begin immediately. Classes on Thursday and Friday, March 13-14, are officially cancelled.
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