New York Gas Explosion by Jackson Daughety

Summary: 8 People died in a gas explosion that destroyed two 5 story buildings. This happened because of a 127 year old gas main that had not been checked or even looked at in recent years. Clearly the gas leak was the cause of the explosion, as tests of the soil and air around the buildings had a high percentage of gas. This has caused a lot of worry because it brings to light the fact that these gas lines are old and may not be functioning properly. Analysis: I hope that the authorities go and check on the rest of the gas mains around the city to make sure that they are not older than the people checking on them! That is pretty ridiculous. What is equally ridiculous is that nobody noticed this gas leak, or at least nobody said anything. http://www.cnn.com/2014/03/15/us/aging-gas-infrastructure/index.html?hpt=us_c1