Hallsville duplex explosion caused by accidental firing of gun into propane tank, report finds

HALLSVILLE, Mo. – An investigative report has determined that the duplex explosion in Hallsville, Missouri, was caused by an accidental discharge of a gun into a propane tank, which then ignited with a lit candle. The explosion occurred on Jan. 17 in the 6300 block of East Tayler Court, resulting in serious injuries for a couple living in the duplex. The Missouri Department of Public Safety provided this information, shedding light on the unfortunate incident. …

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Explosions at Hallsville Duplex Leave Injuries and Destruction in Their Wake

HALLSVILLE, Missouri – An investigation is ongoing after a series of explosions occurred in a duplex on East Tayler Court late Wednesday night. The Boone County Fire Protection District is leading the investigation, along with the State Fire Marshal’s office, after heavy fire and obvious signs of an explosion were reported at the scene. The duplex, which is divided into two homes, experienced an explosion in one of the homes, resulting in two serious injuries …

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