Firefighters in Barrow County, Georgia, said three people were killed inside a home early Saturday after multiple propane tanks exploded inside and ignited a fire.
Firefightersfrom a defensive position due to the intensity of the flames and the multiple explosions going off inside the home, fire officials said.
After containing the fire, officials said firefighters found three people dead inside the home. Officials have not released the names or ages of the victims. Multiple propane cylinders were also found inside the home. Officials said the cylinders had caused the explosions and fire. Fire officials said three people were rushed to hospitals. No updates on their conditions were immediately available.
"This is a very tragic event that resulted in loss of life and injuries to others," Shuman said."The firefighters and medical personnel on the scene did a great job under the circumstances. We also want to remind citizens that it is extremely dangerous to have propane cylinders stored in your home, or any other structure."
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