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Residents Of Ashland Community Near Hayward Demand Answers Following Massive Explosion, Fire From Punctured Gas Line
"This has been going on for months, and now it's impacted so much more," said Mike Morgan, a business owner along Lewelling Boulevard.
December 17, 2025
It's been less than a week since a massive explosion near Hayward after a construction crew hit a gas line, and now concerned neighbors are demanding answers from the Alameda County Board of Supervisors.
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"This has been going on for months, and now it's impacted so much more," said Mike Morgan, a business owner along Lewelling Boulevard.
Morgan said the county originally tore up the street a few years ago and added larger sidewalks and bike lanes. After that project was finished, Morgan said the area started flooding during storms, and in some cases, nearby homes and businesses had a foot or more of water inside.
Find out what's happening in Castro Valleyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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