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3 Firefighters Injured, Man Badly Burned After Fire and House Explosion Near Mansfield

MIFFLIN TOWNSHIP, RICHLAND COUNTY, OHIO, JUN 25 – Two propane tank explosions caused extensive damage and injured four people, including three firefighters, with one firefighter undergoing surgery for serious hand injuries, officials said.

  • On Wednesday morning, a home explosion and fire occurred at 987 Becky Drive in Mifflin Township, injuring three firefighters and the homeowner.
  • The incident began when the man in his 70s tried to move a leaking propane cylinder, which then exploded, causing the fire and a secondary blast.
  • Fire crews from multiple departments responded to extinguish the fire, but a second explosion injured three firefighters with shrapnel and debris while they worked on scene.
  • The injured man suffered burns from his waist up and was hospitalized, while officials said the fire and explosions appeared accidental and are under state investigation.
  • The home was heavily damaged, requiring demolition, and the event highlights propane safety risks and the challenges firefighters face during accidental residential explosions.
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News 5 Cleveland broke the news in on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
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