Gas Explosion in D.C. Apartment Leaves Woman Seriously Injured

Woman Transported to Hospital With Severe Burns

Authorities Investigate Cause of Blast That Leveled Building

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A massive gas explosion in a Northwest D.C. apartment building has left one woman seriously injured and has caused significant damage to the building. Firefighters and emergency medical personnel responded to the scene shortly after the blast, which occurred at approximately 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 11th. According to reports from the D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department, the woman was transported to a local hospital with severe burns. Her current condition is unknown at this time.

The explosion leveled the apartment building, which was located in the 3000 block of 14th Street NW. The cause of the blast is still under investigation, but authorities believe it may have been caused by a gas leak. The Washington Gas Light Company has been on the scene since the explosion and is working to determine the source of the leak. The company has shut off gas service to the area as a precaution.

The explosion has caused significant damage to the surrounding area. Several neighboring buildings have been evacuated, and some streets have been closed to traffic. The Red Cross is on the scene providing assistance to those who have been displaced by the blast.

The investigation into the cause of the explosion is ongoing. The D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department, the Washington Gas Light Company, and the Metropolitan Police Department are all involved in the investigation.

This is a developing story. We will continue to provide updates as they become available.