DIY butane refill sparks explosion at Portland apartment complex

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Portland Fire & Rescue is investigating an explosion that occurred Sunday.

Just before 8:30 p.m., firefighters responded to a report of an explosion and possible fire at an apartment complex in the Overlook neighborhood of north Portland. A caller reported multiple windows had been blown out.

“Crews arrived on scene to investigate the situation and found glass and window framing debris strewn across Interstate Avenue, with people standing in front of the apartment complex,” Portland Fire & Rescue stated…

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