'Explosion' Results In Eastham Basement Fire, Department Says

EASTHAM, MA — A set of Ridge Road tenants safely evacuated their home after an "explosion" in their basement prefaced a fire, Eastham Fire Department officials said.

The department responded to an address on Ridge Road around 8:15 p.m. on reports of a basement fire. Tenants told responding crews that an "explosion" came from the basement, which was followed by smoke alarms.

Crews entered the building and found a "well involved" fire that they were able to quickly extinguish, officials said.

"Extensive overhaul was completed and all crews were cleared in 2 hours," they said.

The cause of the fire appears to be electrical, officials said.

The tenants were forced to find temporary housing, but all have been relocated.