Possible gas explosion in city

November 14, 2018

At approximately 12:39 p.m. Monday, Clinton Police officers were dispatched to a possible gas explosion at 1624 Hidden Hill Drive in Clinton. Upon their arrival, officers observed significant property damage. The homeowner was present during the explosion and received minor injuries. He was transported to a local hospital for evaluation. Preliminary reports indicate the homeowner was lighting a gas insert inside the home which caused the explosion. In addition to the Clinton department, Marlow Volunteer Fire Department and Powell Clinch Utility District were on the scene. — Submitted