House Explosion in Missouri Kills One Person and a Dog
A powerful house explosion in Gladstone, Missouri, on Saturday morning caused significant damage to a single-family home, resulting in the death of one person and a dog. The blast, described as ‘powerful’ by local officials, was felt across multiple towns, causing widespread concern. Authorities have confirmed that the body found at the scene was unrecognizable, and the identity of the deceased has not yet been released.
The incident, which occurred in a suburb of Kansas City, severely damaged an adjacent home and shattered nearby car windows, with debris flying across the street. The Gladstone Fire Department responded quickly to the scene, with emergency crews battling the remaining flames as they arrived at mid, midday.
The shockwave from the explosion was reported by residents, with hundreds of reports outside the city limits noting the event. Footage from a neighbor’s Ring camera captured the moment debris from the explosion slammed against their home and car. A massive smoke plume was also observed emerging from the woods nearby, raising concerns among residents. The city has issued a voicemail alerting residents about plans to demolish the remaining property and conduct cleanup in the neighborhood. The area is currently secured and deemed safe.