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tragic-accident1 year ago

Tragic House Explosion in Derry, NH Claims One Life and Injures Child

A house explosion in Derry, New Hampshire resulted in the death of an elderly woman and serious burn injuries to an 11-year-old girl, who is currently being treated at a Boston hospital. The explosion, which occurred after a tree fell on propane tanks near the home, led to the collapse of the house. Emergency crews are still on the scene, and the incident is under investigation.

government2 years ago

State Fire Marshal Modifies Burn Ban, Allowing Parishes to Opt Out

The State Fire Marshal's Office in Louisiana has modified the statewide burn ban, allowing individual parishes to opt out, fire chiefs to grant burn permissions, and certain live fire training to resume with written permission. The modified order goes into effect on September 29, 2023. However, open flames in fire pits, campfires, barrels, bonfires, and burn piles are still prohibited. Outdoor cooking should be conducted with safety measures, and activities near dried grass should be avoided to prevent fires. The burn ban order will be reconsidered on a weekly basis.

local-news2 years ago

"Deadly Plum House Explosion Traced to Internal Source, Fire Marshal Confirms"

The house explosion in Plum's Rustic Ridge neighborhood that killed six people last month originated inside the home, according to the Allegheny County fire marshal. The investigation has ruled out external factors such as wells, pipelines, and ground gas propagation. The cause of the explosion is still under investigation, and more information will be released when available. Homeowners are advised to install combustible gas detectors and to evacuate and call 911 and the gas company if they smell natural gas.