Police Ask Public to Avoid Area Near Third and Pleasant After Explosion
Police are asking people to avoid an area near Third and Pleasant in Sioux Falls following a large explosion.

Sioux Falls, SD, October 26, 2026 —
Police are asking people to stay away from an area near Third and Pleasant in Sioux Falls after a large explosion, according to the available information.
The request identifies the area affected and the reason for the warning, but does not provide further details about the incident. The time of the explosion, its cause and the extent of any damage have not been stated. Information about possible injuries, evacuations, road closures or emergency response activity was also not provided.
The available summary does not identify which police department issued the request or specify how large an area people should avoid. It also does not say how long the warning is expected to remain in effect. No statements from residents, officials or witnesses were included.
At this stage, the confirmed information is limited to the police request and the reported explosion near Third and Pleasant in Sioux Falls. No cause or additional consequences can be established from the details provided. Updates about the incident, including any changes to the public safety request, were not included in the available information.
Story summarized from the original created by Collete Stellinga on www.keloland.com, see more information here.
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