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Poughkeepsie manhole blast nearly kills a child and person pushing baby in stroller

Multiple nearby buildings were evacuated due to high carbon monoxide levels.

News 12 Staff

Apr 21, 2025, 7:08 AM

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A manhole explosion narrowly missed a child and person pushing a baby in stroller in Poughkeepsie, according to fire officials.

It was one of three such incidents in the city over the weekend.

No injuries were reported.

Multiple nearby buildings were evacuated due to high carbon monoxide levels.

The cause of the explosions remains unclear, and officials are still investigating.

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