Maine explosion destroys 2 homes; 1 injured, cause under investigation

By Chris Williams
Published  August 12, 2024 12:40pm EDT
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Authorities in Maine are investigating an explosion that leveled two homes. (Credit: Maine Department of Public Safety)

The Brief 

    • Authorities are investigating a blast that occurred Saturday evening, destroying two houses along Shore Road.
    • The owner of the first home was injured and hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, while the occupant of the second home escaped unharmed.
    • The cause of the explosion is still under investigation by the state Fire Marshal’s Office.

SINCLAIR, Maine - Authorities in Maine are investigating an explosion that leveled two homes. 

The blast occurred Saturday evening local time along Shore Road in Sinclair. 

The state Fire Marshal’s Office said the owner of the first house was home at the time and was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. 

Authorities in Maine are investigating an explosion that leveled two homes. (Credit: Maine Department of Public Safety)

Authorities said a second home caught on fire, and was occupied at the time, but the homeowner was able to escape without harm. 

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They said the second home was also a complete loss. 

The cause of the investigation is still under investigation. 

The Source

  • The story was reported with information obtained from the Maine Department of Public Safety. This story was reported from Los Angeles.