[CFC__VRWC]

I'd heard stories in the past about how manhole covers in NYC would fly several feet into the air when gas built up in the sewers exploded, but I'd never heard of them branding anyone. The ones down here in Florida do get awfully hot just from sitting in the sun, though. I've picked up my share of them.

[tfecw]

"I'd heard stories in the past about how manhole covers in NYC would fly several feet into the air when gas built up in the sewers exploded"

Actually heard about that in a town I went to college in. They had a few blocks just pop (maybe 7-10ish covers) go flying around. No one was hurt, but I think a car are 2 was banged up. Which is their fault of course. Those people should have known better than to park their cars on the street. </sarcasm>