On the evening of Sunday, October 1, an explosion occurred in the street of Consolação, leading to the formation of a large crater near Avenida Paulista, a highly trafficked area in São Paulo. Enel, the company responsible for managing the electrical grid and related infrastructure, announced that the explosion resulted from the build-up of flammable gases in an underground gallery, though the source of these gases remains unidentified. Following the incident, Enel conducted measurements at the explosion site and assured the public that there is no risk of another explosion, with efforts underway to close the crater by early Tuesday morning.

Technicians from Enel are currently on-site to restore any damage caused by the explosion. The service is expected to be completed on the same day. The company is continuing its investigation into the cause of the gas accumulation and has committed to ongoing monitoring of the area to ensure safety. Enel also clarified that the underground electrical network was not affected by the explosion, as there are no transformers in the vicinity, only power cables, which mitigates the risk of further incidents.

The incident highlights the importance of monitoring underground infrastructure and the potential dangers posed by gas buildup in urban environments. As the investigation progresses, more information is likely to emerge about the conditions that led to this explosion, emphasizing the need for stringent safety measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future.