Explosion, Fire Rips Through New Milford Home: Reports

NEW MILFORD, CT — A New Milford home was destroyed Friday after an explosion caused a house fire, according to multiple reports including the News Times. Fire officials say the explosion is still under investigation, and it occurred at 6 Mare Lane.

According to the Hartford Courant, several local fire agencies responded to the home at around 9:30 p.m., and that nobody was home at the time of the blaze. The Torrington Register Citizen reports that the American Red Cross is assisting a family consisting of three adults.

The Register Citizen also reports that the local firefighter's union IAFF Local 801 will be hosting a fundraiser on April 9 at Molly Darcy's and that it has decided the proceeds will benefit the victims of the fire.

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