Legal Firm Establishes Hotline Following PG&E Gas Explosion in Hayward

The Wagner Law Group has announced the establishment of a Gas Line Explosion Victim Hotline for individuals affected by an underground gas line explosion in Hayward, California, on December 11, 2025. The incident, attributed to Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) infrastructure, resulted in the complete destruction of one house and damage to several nearby homes. According to officials, the Alameda Fire Department had been dispatched to the area earlier that morning following reports of a gas leak but was cleared by PG&E crews over an hour and a half before the explosion occurred.

Personal injury lawyers at the firm confirmed that at least six people were transported to trauma centers in the Bay Area, with most expected to survive. The blast affected an entire block of the Hayward neighborhood, with the force blowing out windows in multiple residences. Butch Wagner of The Wagner Law Group stated, "PG&E doesn't do enough to maintain its outdated gas line infrastructure." He further suggested that the tragedy might have been avoided if more resources were dedicated to inspecting current gas line infrastructure, noting that while PG&E employs gas leak detection technology, insufficient focus is placed on maintaining public safety.

The sequence of events detailed by officials indicates that Alameda County Fire Department crews were initially dispatched to the 800 block of East Lewelling Boulevard for a natural gas leak at 7:50 a.m., were cleared by PG&E at 7:55 a.m., and were called back to the same location after the explosion at 9:38 a.m. Wagner characterized this as unparalleled negligence, stating, "PG&E crews cleared the area, and then there was an explosion." The firm's accident attorneys emphasize their proven track record in holding PG&E accountable for harm caused to people, property, and communities.

The Wagner Law Group reports having recovered over $300 million for accident victims, establishing itself as a premier firm for victims of PG&E fires and explosions. The firm encourages those affected by the Hayward incident to contact the Gas Line Explosion Victim Hotline at (833) 200-7111 for a no-cost consultation with an experienced attorney. Beyond personal injury and PG&E-related cases, the firm also handles other legal matters, including representing FCI Dublin prison sex abuse victims and various employment cases, having secured hundreds of millions in compensation for clients across these practice areas.

The implications of this announcement extend beyond immediate legal assistance, underscoring persistent systemic issues with utility infrastructure maintenance and public safety protocols. For residents and communities in California, especially those near aging gas lines, this event reinforces concerns about the reliability and safety of critical utility services. The establishment of a dedicated legal resource highlights the anticipated need for victim advocacy and potential litigation, which could influence broader regulatory and corporate accountability measures within the energy sector. Industry observers may monitor this case for its impact on utility safety standards and liability frameworks, while affected individuals gain a specialized channel for seeking restitution and justice following a disruptive and dangerous incident.