First responders are on the scene in downtown Detroit near Congress and Bates after a manhole cover blew off on Friday afternoon following a reported explosion that sent a person to the hospital.

Authorities raced to the Greektown neighborhood of Detroit Wednesday night after receiving multiple calls from concerned citizens about exploding manhole covers. 41 ° AJC - Logo - Main ...

A manhole cover in downtown Detroit, at the corner of Congress and Bates, launched off the ground Friday afternoon, sending one to the hospital. WXYZ-TV (Channel 7 ...

The energy released in a major manhole explosion can lift a 200-lb (91-kg) cast-iron cover from its frame, in some cases, causing it to become airborne and posing a hazard to both life and property.

Story by Liam Rappleye, Detroit Free Press • 3d A manhole cover in downtown Detroit, at the corner of Congress and Bates, launched off the ground Friday afternoon, sending one to the hospital.