One person was killed and two were injured in a house explosion in Harford County, Maryland. Firefighters were initially dispatched for a gas leak but found a debris field at the scene and called for additional help. The house was completely destroyed, and a neighboring house was also damaged. One injured person declined to go to the hospital, while the other was a utility worker investigating an electrical issue. The deceased victim was contracted for work by BGE, and the cause of the explosion is unknown. Multiple fire and emergency service agencies are assisting with the investigation, which is still ongoing. While there is no current threat to the public, officials urge people to stay away from the debris area. Witnesses described the explosion as feeling like an earthquake or a bomb, with homes in the surrounding area suffering damage. One resident expressed fear that a similar incident could happen to their own home.
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House explosion in Maryland results in at least 1 fatality and 2 injuries
