1 hospitalized after home explosion in Coon Rapids
Man hospitalized after home explosion in Coon Rapids
One person is hospitalized after a home explosion Wednesday afternoon in Coon Rapids.
Coon Rapids Fire Chief John Piper said crews were called to the area of Palm Street Northwest and 104th Lane just before 3 p.m. after getting calls about an explosion.
First responders to the scene found the home “completely flattened” and a man outside, Piper said. That man was taken to a hospital with serious injuries.
The fire chief said flames extended to nearby homes and caused some damage — significant damage to one of the homes.
Several other departments were called in to help battle the flames, which were mostly extinguished by 5 p.m., according to Piper.
Firefighters survey the aftermath of a home explosion Wednesday afternoon in Coon Rapids. (KSTP-TV)
It’s not immediately clear what caused the explosion and Piper said he expects that is “going to take quite some time” to determine. No other injuries were reported.
A viewer sent pictures to 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS showing firefighters battling flames and said a loud “boom” shook the area as far as at least two blocks away.
Firefighters at the scene of a house fire and reported explosion in Coon Rapids on June 21, 2023. (Courtesy: Rick Wall)
Firefighters at the scene of a house fire and reported explosion in Coon Rapids on June 21, 2023. (Courtesy: Jake Jonas)
This is a developing story. 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS will continue to update it as more information becomes available.
Source: KSTP
