Heavy rains in Arizona caused severe flooding, resulting in at least four deaths, widespread damage, and a hazardous situation with hundreds of propane tanks scattered across Globe, prompting emergency responses and rescue efforts.
Severe flooding in Globe, Arizona, has resulted in four deaths, the disappearance of a fifth person, and the washing away of about 1,000 propane tanks, creating a hazardous materials risk. Rescue operations are ongoing, and residents are advised to shelter in place due to potential chemical dangers.
An SUV exploded in a Van Nuys parking lot near Van Nuys Boulevard and Sherman Way, injuring a man living in the vehicle. Authorities reported that propane tanks inside the car exploded when the man lit a cigarette, causing minor injuries. The scene was cleaned up and the car was impounded.
Large explosions near a Sikh temple in Sacramento County were caused by propane tanks, with the fire spreading to a building on the temple's property. Videos and photos show the extent of the fire and explosions, but fortunately, there were no reported injuries. The Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District and the Sheriff's Office confirmed that the explosions were caused by propane tanks, and the fire department is continuing to investigate the incident.
A fire broke out at a homeless encampment underneath the BU Bridge in Cambridge, causing thick black smoke and multiple propane tanks to explode. Firefighters were forced to back away, and the search for residents was negative. The Cambridge Fire Department responded with trucks and a fire boat to extinguish the flames, while the bridge was shut down.