A quiet Sunday afternoon in Taunton, Massachusetts was disrupted by what officials say was an explosion at a residence. According to WCVB, the incident occurred near a garage on Benefit Street, fortunately resulting in no injuries. The Taunton Fire Department, which quickly responded to the scene, has yet to determine the cause of the blast that left residents shaken.
Following the explosion, fire crews were dispatched to a structure fire at the same location where they encountered intense flames billowing from the garage, this intense response was evident as the WHDH reports witnessed by neighbors who described hearing explosions before the fire commenced. The fire resulted in significant damage to the affected building, adding to the complexity of the already concerning situation.
A fire investigator is looking into the cause of the fire in the Taunton neighborhood. Details on what sparked the fire are limited, and the investigation is ongoing.
