Baltimore City Explosion. According to reports, three homes were involved in the explosion. "Please avoid the Reisterstown Road corridor. According to the Baltimore City firefighters union, the explosion occurred near Reisterstown Road, affecting several homes and trapping "at least" five individuals, including children.
The Baltimore Fire Department said it was still investigating the cause of the explosion, but the Gas explosions are becoming increasingly common in Maryland, The Baltimore Sun reported.
Baltimore City fire officials said a woman died and at least five others were taken to area hospitals to be treated, some with critical injuries.
Baltimore Mayor Jack Young, The Baltimore Gas and Electric Company, Baltimore City medical units and the fire department are all on the scene, which is near Labyrinth and Reisterstown Roads. Multiple injuries and one fatality have been reported and rescuers. City of Baltimore on Monday, killing at least.