By MES Dispatch staff
The Briefing
• Three people were killed and several others injured after an apartment building explosion and fire in Dallas, authorities said.
• The blast was reportedly linked to a natural gas leak inside the residential complex.
• Firefighters responded to the scene early Sunday morning and worked to extinguish the fire.
• Officials said investigators will determine the exact cause of the explosion and confirm the role of the gas leak.
DALLAS, TX — Three people died and multiple others were injured following an explosion and subsequent fire at an apartment building in Dallas that authorities believe was caused by a natural gas leak, fire officials said.
The incident occurred early Sunday morning when firefighters from the Dallas Fire-Rescue Department were dispatched to a reported explosion and large fire at a residential complex on the city’s east side, according to official statements.
First responders arrived to find heavy flames and structural damage; crews worked to extinguish the blaze and conduct search-and-rescue operations amid unstable conditions at the scene.
Dallas Fire-Rescue officials said initial evidence suggested a natural gas leak may have triggered the explosion, but a thorough investigation by fire marshals and utility representatives will be conducted to confirm the cause.
Emergency medical services transported injured residents to local hospitals, and family members of the deceased were notified as recovery and investigative efforts continued.