A home explosion in Missouri over Thanksgiving weekend resulted in a residence being reduced to rubble and six people being injured, with three in critical condition. The Jefferson City Fire Department responded to the incident early Saturday morning and found multiple victims with injuries ranging from moderate to severe. Emergency responders provided critical care interventions, including advanced airway procedures and administration of CyanoKits, before transporting the victims to the hospital. The cause of the explosion is still under investigation.
The extensive structural collapse and significant debris made the rescue operation challenging for the rescue team, who had to tunnel through layers of rubble to reach the final occupant. Despite the difficult conditions, all six victims were safely rescued, along with two pets found in the home. The scene of the explosion showed severe damage, with parts of the house flattened and debris scattered across the area. Local emergency personnel and utility workers worked on clearing smoke and debris removal throughout the day.
The emergency response involved multiple units from the Jefferson City Fire Department, city police department, and 37 fire and emergency personnel. In total, nine ambulances and three medical helicopters responded to the incident. The explosion, described as a fireball, was felt by residents for miles around. Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the explosion while the victims receive treatment for their injuries.
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