Six Injured in Jefferson City House Explosion, Investigation Underway

Six people were rescued from a house explosion in Jefferson City early Saturday morning, with injuries ranging from moderate to severe. Emergency crews, including the Jefferson City Fire Department and various mutual-aid resources, worked to free the trapped individuals, requiring tunneling through debris. Two victims were airlifted to University Hospital, while four others were transported by ambulance. The cause of the explosion is under investigation, and debris removal efforts are ongoing.