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Rhode Island beach blast blamed on hydrogen gas

By Associated Press
· Updated January 15, 2025 11:59 PM · 1 min read read
Rhode Island beach blast blamed on hydrogen gas

Written by Amy Anthony PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A mysterious blast on a Rhode Island beach likely was caused by the combustion of hydrogen gas buildup because of a corroded copper cable under the sand, investigators announced Friday.

Written by Amy Anthony PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A mysterious blast on a Rhode Island beach likely was caused by the combustion of hydrogen gas buildup because of a corroded copper cable under the sand, investigators announced Friday.…

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