A steam pipe explosion in downtown Baltimore is causing road closures and delays.
Two people were injured and are receiving treatment at the scene for non-life threatening injuries. There could be more injuries.
Motorists are urged to avoid the area. Delays should be expected on both Pratt and Lombard streets
There's @BaltimoreFire activity on S Eutaw St between Lombard & Pratt. Avoid the area. Expect delays on both Pratt & Lombard #BalTraffic
— Baltimore OEM (@BaltimoreOEM) June 20, 2017
Guests at @BWIIHFrontDesk & @InnerHarborHI shelter in place. Contact front desk if u need help. @Orioles game, enter on south side #BalSteam
— Baltimore OEM (@BaltimoreOEM) June 20, 2017
Underground explosion likely caused by steam@baltimorefire waiting 4 @mybge
Stay away frm the area. Eutaw, Lombard, Pratt blocked #BalSteam— Baltimore OEM (@BaltimoreOEM) June 20, 2017