Butane Fuel Explosion Causes House Fire and $60,000 in Damages in Mason City
Mason City, Iowa – A butane fuel explosion and house fire caused chaos at 124 1/2 15th Street NE on Tuesday, May 7. Firefighters rushed to the scene at 5:08 p.m. after reports of flames and smoke engulfing the north and east sides of the building. Thankfully, all human occupants had evacuated before their arrival, and firefighters were able to rescue pets from two apartments. One animal required urgent care from a veterinarian. The heroic …