Politics & Government
Settlement Checks In Merrimack Valley Gas Explosion Going Out Friday
The checks, averaging $8,000 per household, result from the settlement of a lawsuit against Columbia Gas.
ANDOVER, MA — Merrimack Valley residents affected by the September 2018 explosions will soon start seeing their money from the settlement with Columbia Gas.
Lawyers announced that checks averaging over $8,000 per household for those who sought a lump-sum payment will be mailed on Friday, ahead of schedule.
A judge approved the settlement in the $143 million class action lawsuit back in March. The gas explosions in Lawrence, North Andover and Andover killed one person, injured dozens, destroyed over 100 buildings and took a toll on the local economy.
