Missouri House Explosion Devastates Excelsior Springs Community
Missouri Explosion Affects Local Area
Clay County officials are investigating a house explosion in rural Excelsior Springs early Friday morning. Shortly before 5 a.m., the Clay County Sheriff's Office began receiving calls about a house explosion in the 14000 block of Kimberly Drive. Deputies responded to the scene and found the home completely destroyed and a fire burning.
Impact Felt Across the Community
The impact of the explosion was seen and felt from miles away, with neighbors reporting their doors blown open as a result. Two residents lived in the home, and authorities are working to determine whether they were present during the incident. Tragically, a dog was found dead at the scene, believed to be a victim of the explosion.
- No foul play suspected
- Home used propane as energy source
- No reported injuries among neighbors
The Excelsior Springs Fire Department and Missouri Search and Rescue Canines are currently searching the debris to ensure no one else was caught up in the explosion. Some neighbors reported damages to their properties, highlighting the explosion's extensive impact on the community.
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