Four injured in massive gas explosion in N. Houston
HOUSTON (KTRK) -- Four adults were badly burned on up to 50 percent of their bodies in a devastating gas explosion in north Houston this morning, according to the Houston Fire Department.
The victims were a 19-year-old woman, a 46-year-old woman, a 73-year-old woman, and a 26-year-old man.
A dog that was in the backyard died as a result of the explosion.
When firefighters arrived at the home on Glen Maor near Elbert, they found heavy flames and smoke pouring from the roof of the home.
Neighbors heard the explosion.
HFD officials say there was a partial roof collapse as crews worked to contain the fire.
The four victims were taken to nearby hospitals.
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