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Dixon Gas Explosion Injures One, Forces Evacuation
25 Jun
Summary
- A morning explosion in Dixon, Illinois, injured one man.
- Hundreds of residents were evacuated due to elevated gas levels.
- Natural gas service remained off overnight for safety testing.
A home explosion in Dixon, Illinois, on Monday morning resulted in one man sustaining severe injuries. The blast occurred in the 1500 block of Estates Road, causing significant structural damage. Emergency crews quickly extinguished the resulting flames.
Following the initial incident, elevated natural gas levels were detected in the Chateau Estates community, prompting a wider evacuation. Approximately 106 homes, housing an estimated 300 to 400 residents, were affected. Reagan Middle School was opened as a temporary shelter, accommodating about 50 displaced individuals.
Residents were permitted to return to their homes around 5 p.m. on Monday. However, natural gas service was not immediately restored. Nicor Gas announced plans for additional testing on Tuesday morning before service could be safely reinstated. The cause of the initial explosion is currently under investigation.
