LOUDOUN COUNTY, Virginia – A house in Loudoun County, Virginia, exploded on Friday evening, resulting in a firefighter being trapped in the basement. The incident occurred in the 300 block of Silver Ridge Drive in Sterling. The firefighter called a mayday for the fire and reported being trapped by debris. The destruction was so severe that the house was nearly leveled, as reported by a firefighter on a dispatch call.
As a result of the explosion, the northbound Silver Ridge Drive was closed at Seneca Ridge Drive, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office. The situation is still developing and emergency responders are on the scene to manage the aftermath.
The cause of the explosion remains unknown as officials and first responders work to secure the area and investigate the incident further. The authorities are putting all efforts into understanding the circumstances that led to the explosion and ensuring the safety and well-being of the residents in the surrounding area.
No further information has been provided at this point, and the situation is ongoing as more updates are expected to be released. News4 has been actively present at the scene, working diligently to verify details and gather more information on this unfortunate event. The community is urged to remain cautious in the vicinity and follow all instructions from the authorities as they work to address the aftermath of the explosion.