A quiet stretch of Robert Bost Road in Midland turned into a fire scene Friday afternoon after a propane tank exploded and set a mobile home on fire in Cabarrus County, authorities said. The blast heavily damaged the rear of the trailer, leaving a charred section and scattered debris around the property, but no injuries were reported.
The call came in at about 3:30 p.m., and Midland Fire & Rescue was assisted by Flowes Store, Allen, Harrisburg, Cabarrus Squad-410, Georgeville, Coldwater and Fairview, according to WCNC. That outlet reports the explosion came from a propane tank and that firefighters were able to bring the blaze under control. Photos credited to the Midland and Flowes Store departments show heavy damage at the home's rear, and WCNC noted that no one was reported injured.
Midland Crews And Mutual Aid
Midland Fire & Rescue, a largely volunteer department that operates two local stations, led the response, per Cabarrus County. County listings show Midland routinely calls on neighboring units for larger incidents, a mutual-aid setup that helped bring multiple engines and tankers to the Robert Bost Road scene.
Propane Risks And Safety Tips
Propane is widely used in rural and mobile-home settings but can be dangerous when leaks or mechanical failures occur, and safety experts urge treating any suspected leak as an emergency. The Propane Education & Research Council recommends evacuating the area, calling 911 and leaving shutoffs to trained technicians, and it suggests installing propane detectors in high-risk homes, per the Propane Education & Research Council. Local building codes and NFPA standards govern tank installation and maintenance, and homeowners are advised to have systems inspected by a certified provider.
Investigators were on scene Friday evening as crews finished securing the area, and officials say an investigation will determine whether other factors were involved, as reported by WCNC. Midland Fire & Rescue advised neighbors to avoid the immediate area while work continues.
