Raymond West & Elaine Reinhardt West Hurt in Propane Tank Accident in Zavalla, TX
Zavalla, TX -- An incident involving an exploding propane tank left two people injured in the area of Zavalla, TX Tuesday, January 17, 2017.
Sources say the explosion took place on Pleasure Drive about 6:00 a.m.
It is unclear what cause the explosion, but the report claims the incident sent debris flying up to 100 yards away. Two occupants within the home, 82-year-old Raymond West and 83-year-old Elaine Reinhardt West, were taken to a local hospital with undisclosed injuries. Their current condition is unknown.
The official investigation is ongoing and may reveal more details as it unfolds.
The report, due to the immediacy of the incident, provided no further information at its release.
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