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Gas Explosion in Washington D.C. Business District Leads to Block Closure and Continues to Impact Local Businesses

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A gas-leak explosion in a business-district area kept most of the block closed on Friday as fire department officials checked for more potential fires. The explosion occurred in the 1200 block of Marion Barry Ave. and resulted in the devastation of a convenience store next to a day care center, which was safely evacuated. The incident caused a series of explosions that led to the closure of businesses in the historic Anacostia …

Gas Leak Evacuates Daycare Before Explosion at DC Store Sparks Chaos

WASHINGTON, DC — A gas leak caused an explosion at a store next to a daycare center in Washington, DC on January 18. The daycare center was evacuated just minutes before the explosion occurred. Emergency crews received reports of the gas leak on Thursday morning, prompting the evacuation of buildings on the street. The Fire and EMS Chief John A Donnelly reported that the explosion occurred about 20 minutes after the first 911 call. The …

Augusta woman killed by husband at Aiken gas station in murder-suicide

AIKEN, S.C. – A tragic murder-suicide took place outside a gas station here on Monday, leaving an Augusta couple dead, authorities reported. According to Aiken Public Safety Capt. Marty Sawyer, 55-year-old George Britt shot his wife, 43-year-old Tiffany Britt, at the Murphy Express gas station on Richland Avenue where she worked. An off-duty deputy attempted to intervene during their argument but was unable to prevent the fatal gunfire. Tiffany Britt was rushed to Aiken Regional …

Gas Explosion at Hanwha Ocean Shipyard Halts Production and Claims Worker’s Life

SEOUL, South Korea – Production has been temporarily halted at the Hanwha Ocean shipyard in Okpo after a tragic gas explosion took the life of a worker on Friday. The shipbuilder has refrained from providing details about the incident, but local reports suggest that the explosion occurred at a ship rudder fabrication shop, resulting in the death of a 28-year-old employee from a subcontractor company. According to witnesses, the explosion was caused by a gas …

Police Investigate Death and Fire Incident at Victorville Gas Station Under Suspicious Circumstances

VICTORVILLE, Calif. (VVNG.com) – Authorities in San Bernardino County are conducting a death investigation after the discovery of an unresponsive individual under suspicious circumstances near a Chevron gas station. On Saturday, November 25, 2023, at approximately 4:28 a.m., the Victorville Fire Department received a distress call regarding an incident at the Chevron Extra Mile fuel station on the 14200 block of Bear Valley Road, near the intersection of Mall Boulevard. Upon arrival, deputies discovered a …

Fort Worth Hotel Faces Lawsuit After Gas Explosion Injures Restaurant Worker

A restaurant worker who was injured in a blast at a hotel in Fort Worth, Texas, is suing the hotel, claiming that there was a gas smell 90 minutes before the explosion. The incident occurred in 2017 at the hotel’s sports bar, resulting in severe injuries to the worker. The lawsuit alleges that the hotel was aware of the gas smell but failed to evacuate the premises or take any necessary safety precautions. The worker …

Suspected Shooter Dances and Flashes Cash Before Ambushing Victim in Harris County Gas Station Dispute

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – A shocking incident occurred at a gas station in north Harris County, where a man was ambushed and shot multiple times following a verbal disagreement. Investigators from the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are seeking public assistance in identifying the suspect responsible for the attack on 30-year-old Gary Houston on December 20. Surveillance video captured the suspect, wearing a yellow cap, flaunting a wad of cash and dancing inside a store on …

Gas Line Culpability in Fort Worth Hotel Explosion Disputed by Atmos Energy

FORT WORTH, Texas – Atmos Energy confirmed that the explosion at a Fort Worth hotel was not caused by its gas lines. The company’s statement comes as investigators continue to look into the cause of the explosion. The explosion took place on Tuesday morning at the downtown hotel, causing significant damage to the building and injuring several people. Atmos Energy spokesperson, Lisa Watson, stated that there were no leaks or issues with their gas lines …

Investigation Underway for Natural Gas Explosion at Sandman Signature Fort Worth Downtown Hotel

FORT WORTH, Texas – On January 8, the Fort Worth Fire Department announced that the explosion at the Sandman Signature Fort Worth Downtown Hotel showed signs of being a natural gas explosion. The cause of the explosion is still under investigation. Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes and Fort Worth Fire Department Chief Jim Davis stated on January 9 that there is no evidence to suggest that the explosion was intentional. They addressed rumors on …

Understanding the Rights of Gas Explosion Victims amid the Fort Worth Hotel Explosion – Legal Representation Available

Fort Worth, Texas – Gas explosions have become a growing concern nationwide, with the recent blast at a historic hotel in Fort Worth, Texas leaving 21 people injured and causing significant damage to the surrounding area. The cause of the explosion is still under investigation, but it is reported that at least one witness smelled gas prior to the incident. Gas explosions can have devastating consequences, resulting in serious injuries and even casualties. In response …