NEW BRITAIN, Conn — An underground fire at Lafayette and Main Street in New Britain Thursday night had caused businesses in the area to be evacuated.
New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart had tweeted, writing there was a lot of smoke coming from the manholes. Eversource and CNG were on the scene. Friday morning, all power was restored to the area.
Stewart added no one has been hurt.
The New Britain Fire Chief said the fire was not gas related but an electrical one. Power in the area was shut off in order to control the fire and smoke.
The streets remain blocked Friday morning. Officials have not yet determined when everything will be repaired.
This is a developing story.