State police in Pennsylvania have revealed that a house explosion that occurred in Jefferson Township, near Scranton, resulted in the tragic death of a 75-year-old woman. The blast, which was reported at approximately 2 p.m. on Tuesday, was so powerful that it completely leveled the home, leaving a man seriously injured. The injured man was rescued from the wreckage and rushed to a nearby hospital, although specific details regarding his condition have not been made public.
Authorities believe that the explosion, which led to a fire and thick smoke billowing into the sky, was caused by a propane leak. The investigation into the exact source of the leak and the circumstances that triggered the ignition is ongoing.
The community in the residential neighborhood where the explosion occurred has been left shaken by the incident. The force of the blast scattered debris over a wide area surrounding the property, highlighting the destructive power of the explosion.
As emergency responders and investigators work to piece together what led to the tragedy, neighbors and loved ones are mourning the loss of the woman who perished in the explosion, emphasizing the importance of safety measures when handling propane and other potentially hazardous materials in residential settings.
