Explosion Levels Homes in Indianapolis; 2 Dead

Updated: Thu 8:40 AM, May 16, 2013

Source: Associated Press

November 11, 2012

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - An explosion and fire in Indianapolis has killed two people and damaged nearly three dozen homes.

Fire officials say two bodies were found during the night.

Firefighters have been going through burned and damaged homes one by one after putting out the fire that started after the explosion at about 11 p.m. Saturday.

Deputy Fire Chief Kenny Bacon also says seven people were taken to a hospital with injuries.

The victims' names have not yet been released.

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