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Local Pastor Succumbs to Severe Burns in Tragic Firepit Explosion

RICHMOND, Va. – A tragic incident occurred in Virginia when a pastor lost his life due to severe burns sustained in a firepit explosion. The pastor was hosting a gathering at his home when the accident took place. The victim, Reverend Michael Quintanilla, was known for his dedication to his community and his work as a pastor. According to witnesses, the explosion occurred when he attempted to ignite the firepit using a flammable substance, causing …

Northern Virginia Pastor Dies After Firepit Explosion Tragedy

FAIRFAX COUNTY, Virginia – A tragic incident in Fairfax County, Virginia has left the community mourning the loss of a beloved pastor. Kevin Corey, a youth minister at the Calvary Road Baptist Church, passed away after sustaining severe burns from a firepit explosion at his home in the Newington area of Fairfax County. The explosion occurred as Corey was burning documents in the backyard of his townhome on Powderbrook Lane last month. Neighbors heard the …