PONTOON BEACH -- A house explosion rocked a neighborhood in
southwestern Illinois at about 6:30 a.m. Friday. No reports of injuries
so far. Authorities suspect a natural gas leak caused the blast.
The
home at 115 Emerald Way, off of Route 162 and west of Route 111, was
destroyed and at least two other houses were badly damaged.
Firefighters from several jurisdictions rushed to the scene.
At
least two ambulances are parked at the scene but haven't taken away
anyone yet. Firefighters are walking through the debris searching for
anyone who might be injured.
Debris was strewn all across the
subdivision. News helicopters flying over the scene showed a field of
splintered lumber, strewn clothing and no hint that a house once stood
there.
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