An underground explosion on the Texas Tech campus, with neon green substance, has forced Texas Tech University to close campus ahead of spring break.

An explosion on the Texas Tech University campus in Lubbock set off fires and power outages Wednesday, leading school officials to issue evacuation orders for several buildings and cancel classes for the rest of the week.

An explosion at Texas Tech University's Lubbock campus led to fires and outages, canceling classes. Authorities suspect a manhole explosion. No injuries were reported, and students were sent home for spring break.