BOSTON, MA – The Lenox Hotel in Boston was evacuated on Saturday due to a transformer explosion that caused excessive smoke throughout the building. The explosion occurred in the back of the hotel, but authorities stated that there was no fire as a result. Boston Fire Department is working to vent the building using multiple fans in the area.
The fire department reported that high levels of Carbon Monoxide were detected in the building, but they have since dropped. The building has been safely evacuated, and the process of venting the building of smoke using multiple fans throughout the building is underway.
The cause of the transformer explosion is still under investigation, and the hotel will remain closed until further notice. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported as a result of the incident. The Lenox Hotel is located in the Back Bay area of Boston and is a historic landmark in the city.
Guests and staff were swift to evacuate the building following the explosion, and emergency services arrived promptly to ensure everyone’s safety. The incident caused disruption in the area, with nearby roads temporarily closed off to traffic. The Boston Fire Department has commended the swift response of all involved parties and reassured the public that the situation is now under control.
The Lenox Hotel management has expressed gratitude for the assistance of emergency services and the cooperation of guests and staff during the evacuation process. Businesses and residential buildings in the vicinity have also been alerted to the situation and advised to take necessary precautions. The community response to the incident has been proactive, and the affected areas are expected to return to normalcy soon.