Explosion that triggered massive Hayward fire caught on doorbell cam: video
Dec 11, 2025
HAYWARD, Calif. (KRON) -- Doorbell video from a nearby resident captured the moment an underground gas line caused an explosion that erupted into a massive residential fire. The explosion occurred around 9:35 a.m. on 800 block of East Lewelling Boulevard.
Watch the video in the player above for the
moment the explosion occurred.
Six people were taken to the hospital as a result of the explosion and ensuing fire. No fatalities were reported.
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The fire led to a significant response from firefighters with the Alameda County Fire Department dispatching eight engines and two trucks to the scene. Traffic on nearby Interstate 238 was disrupted with the California Highway Patrol announcing road closures and traffic delays.
Stick with KRON4 News for the latest developments on the fire and explosion on East Lewelling Boulevard.
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