House explosion likely caused by accidental propane leak, fire marshal says

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Buncombe County officials say a house explosion in Leicester last week was likely caused by an accidental propane leak.

The Moonrise Ridge home was destroyed after it erupted in flames during the early morning hours Friday, March 13. The residents were not injured.

In an update shared Monday, March 16, Buncombe County Communications Director Lillian Govus said the Fire Marshal’s Office believes an accidental propane leak caused the explosion and fire…

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