EUGENE, Ore. – An explosion at an affordable housing building in Eugene, Oregon, resulted from an illegal butane hash oil operation, which led to two individuals sustaining injuries. One of the injured individuals was transported to the hospital due to burns. The incident occurred at the 2-Bridges Homes For Good location on 599 E Broadway on February 29, prompting the response of Eugene Springfield Fire officials at approximately 7:05 a.m.
Firefighters initially received a call for a fire alarm at the location but arrived to discover signs of an explosion that had harmed two individuals. Fortunately, no other residents were injured or displaced by the incident. The building’s sprinkler system had been activated by the explosion and subsequently extinguished the fire before the firefighters arrived on the scene. An investigation revealed that the explosion was a result of an illegal hash oil extraction operation, as indicated by fire officials.
While the explosion caused damages and resulted in injuries, the quick response from firefighters and the activation of the sprinkler system likely minimized the extent of the incident’s impact on the affordable housing building and its residents. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers associated with illegal activities like hash oil extraction, which can have severe consequences not only for those directly involved but also for the surrounding community.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances leading up to the explosion to determine any further risks or potential violations that may have contributed to the incident. As residents of the affordable housing building recover from the ordeal, safety measures and protocols may be reviewed and reinforced to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. The incident highlights the importance of adhering to legal and safety regulations, particularly in shared residential spaces where the consequences of illegal activities can have far-reaching impacts.