Two Injured from House Explosion Near Weddington

Weddington, NC

October 13, 2023

Two people were injured, one critically, in a house explosion in Weddington, North Carolina, on Thursday evening.

The explosion occurred at a home on the 400 block of Pine Street at approximately 7:30 p.m. The cause of the explosion is still under investigation, but officials believe it may have been caused by a gas leak.

The two victims were transported to a local hospital, where one is listed in critical condition and the other is in stable condition.

The explosion caused significant damage to the home, which is now uninhabitable. The Red Cross is assisting the victims with finding temporary housing.

The investigation into the explosion is ongoing. No further information is available at this time.