Gas line explosion destroys Orosi house
An explosive fire destroyed a house in Orosi Wednesday night, said Jeff McLaughlin, battalion chief for Tulare County Fire.
The call came in at 8:09 p.m. for a fire in the 12000 block of Albert Avenue.
After units arrived, a gas line behind the structure exploded and engulfed the entire house, McLaughlin said.
The building is a total loss of $120,000.
Three fire engines, a battalion chief and the Orange Cove Fire District were working to put out the blaze.
As of 9:40 p.m., fire continued to flow from the gas line, McLaughlin said. Crews were working to shut off the gas so utility workers can begin repairs.
No injuries have been reported.
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This story was originally published October 7, 2015 at 10:04 PM with the headline "Gas line explosion destroys Orosi house."