Fire Marshal: Propane Line Leak Caused Christmas Eve House Explosion in Howe Township

Joanne Bauer

Joanne Bauer

Published January 2, 2021 5:30 am
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HOWE TWP., Pa. (EYT) — The Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal has determined that the cause of a Christmas Eve fire in Howe Township was the result of a propane line leak.

According to Pennsylvania State Trooper Stewart, the structure fire/explosion occurred around 2:40 p.m. on Thursday, December 24, at 957 Jump Boot Lane, in Howe Township, Forest County.

During the investigation, it was determined that the fire/explosion occurred from a leaking propane line that was ignited by a furnace pilot light.

The damage is estimated at $130,000.00.

There were no injuries.

The victim is a 50-year-old Jackson Ohio man.

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