Utility Crew Hits Gas Line, Triggering Massive Fireball In North Carolina Neighborhood

Utility Crew Hits Gas Line, Triggering Massive Fireball In North Carolina Neighborhood A massive fireball erupted in Matthews, North Carolina after utility crews accidentally damaged a natural gas line while carrying out work on a residential street. According to fire officials, crews from Pike Electric were drilling to install utility poles when the auger likely struck the gas pipe. Authorities say a small spark from nearby power lines then ignited the leaking gas. Two homes were significantly damaged in the fire, though no injuries were reported. #NorthCarolina #Explosion #Fire #BreakingNews #GasLine #Fireball #Emergency #WBTV #MatthewsNC #ViralNews #FireDepartment #USNews