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Annapolis Home Obliterated: One Dead, Man Critical After Blast
20 Aug
Summary
- A 76-year-old woman died after the home explosion in Annapolis.
- A man suffered severe burns and is in critical condition.
- Propane use at the property is under investigation as a possible cause.
An explosion on Green Holly Drive in Annapolis tragically claimed the life of 76-year-old Linda Synowczynski, who was found in cardiac arrest by neighbors administering CPR. The blast, which occurred around 12:15 p.m. yesterday, completely destroyed the residence in the Cape St. Claire neighborhood. Emergency services arrived promptly, securing the area and mitigating risks. A man rescued from the debris sustained severe burns and was airlifted to Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center in Baltimore, where he remains in critical condition.
Investigators from the Anne Arundel County Fire Marshal's office are scrutinizing propane usage within the home as a potential cause for the explosion. Reports indicate a gas company had recently filled the propane tank on the property approximately one hour before the incident. Information is being gathered from the gas company as the investigation continues.
While residents of neighboring homes have been permitted to return, portions of Green Holly Drive remain closed due to the ongoing investigation. The Anne Arundel County Fire Department assured the community there is no active threat. This incident was a collaborative effort involving multiple fire and police units from Anne Arundel County and Annapolis City.
