Manhole explosions in Tribeca leaves 3 people injured in Tribeca, officials say

TRIBECA, Manhattan (WABC) — Three people were injured after a series of manholes exploded in Manhattan on Thursday.

Police said two children ages two and four and their caretaker were bured on their face and shoulders and the caretaker sustained minor injuries.

It happened just before 4 p.m. at 31 Warren St. in Tribeca.

Officials say there three blown manhole covers.

This story will be updated as more information becomes available.

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