Tacoma Apartment Explosion Mystery | Mesa News

Mesa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Sunday afternoon in Tacoma turned chaotic when a sudden explosion ripped through an apartment complex’s electrical room—right as firefighters were investigating smoke. No injuries, but eight buildings were evacuated as a precaution. The blast, triggered after power was cut by crews, was caused by a malfunctioning transformer that sent smoke billowing into multiple units. Residents were temporarily relocated to a local middle school, with the Red Cross aiding those displaced from one building. Power has since been restored to most homes, except one still under investigation. Tacoma Public…