Tragic Explosion: Firefighter Killed, Multiple Injuries in Loudoun County House Blast

A home explosion in Sterling, Virginia, resulted in one firefighter dead, nine others injured, and two civilians hospitalized, with injuries ranging from limited to severe. The blast caused "total devastation" to the home and prompted a significant emotional toll on the community. The cause of the explosion is under investigation, and the scene is complicated by overnight snowfall. Residents reported feeling a large explosion noise in the surrounding areas, with the incident also affecting neighboring jurisdictions.