On social media, many viewers stunned after a viral video captured a moment showing terrifyong neon green explosion at Texas Tech University prompts evacuation.
Shocking footage captures green flames erupting from a manhole
A massive explosion at Texas Tech University led to evacuations after eerie neon green flames burst from a manhole.
The incident occurred on Wednesday, March 12, shaking the campus and causing widespread power outages.
Videos from the scene show bright green flames shooting from the ground near a bench and trees.
Witnesses reported hearing loud booms before the fire erupted. Officials confirmed that an underground explosion inside a manhole triggered the blaze.
Lubbock Fire Captain Jon Tunnell stated that authorities were still investigating the cause of the explosion.
He noted that it was “too early” to determine why the flames burned green.
Flames and explosions force emergency response
The explosion caused a blackout across parts of the campus.
Emergency teams arrived shortly after 7 p.m. and began evacuating nearby buildings.
One student, who was in a study session when the power went out, described the panic.
“Once we were outside, we heard three consecutive booms,” the student told KCBD News Channel 11. “Then we saw all this black smoke. I just got in my car and left.”
While student dorms were not evacuated, those off-campus were urged to stay away. The university decided to shut down early for Spring Break, advising students to leave on Thursday morning.
Social media reaction
The footage captured eerie green flames erupting from a manhole as an explosion left viewers shock, while other concern about the consequence about the incient.
One person said: And rumors has it that a huge rat with turtles went in there
A second wrote: The Hulk was down there and farted
While a third commented: It’s simply an underground transformer …the green in the oil in it.
Someone else said: Could be an electrical fire and the copper cable are burning. Copper burns green
Another user wrote: This is how Ninja Turtles are made
That’s a clear example of The Lannister’s rule Kings landing. Someone else joked.
That’s why you don’t mix Monster energy with beans. Someone wrote.
University officials respond to the crisis
Caitlynn Jeffries, a spokesperson for the university police department, informed students of the closure.
“You can go ahead and go home for Spring Break. We are closing school down for the next couple of days,” she announced.
To aid in the response, the university cut power to the entire campus. By 10 p.m., the area remained an active scene, with emergency crews working to assess the damage and restore safety.
Students allowed back briefly for belongings
By 11 p.m., authorities removed some barriers, allowing students to retrieve their belongings. However, officials warned everyone to avoid Engineering Key, one of the most affected areas.
Despite the frightening explosion, no injuries were reported. Investigations continue as experts work to determine the cause of the bizarre green flames and prevent future incidents.