6 injured after house explosion in northwest Austin, cause under investigation
AUSTIN (KXAN) — First responders in northwest Austin were at the scene of a house collapse Sunday after several callers heard a loud explosion in the area.
According to the Austin Fire Department, the house collapsed in the 10400 block of Double Spur Loop. There was currently no information on what caused the collapse.
"We're going to be here for hours," an AFD spokesperson said during a Sunday briefing regarding the explosion.
One person was found and removed from the residence and was being evaluated by medics. Austin-Travis County EMS reported it was responding to reports of multiple patients.
In an update, AFD said three total patients were extricated with ATCEMS providing treatment. Of the three, one had serious injuries but was stable, and two were in critical condition.
One adult had minor injuries but was not taken to the hospital, and two firefighters were also reported to have minor injuries related to the incident.
In total, there were six patients, according to first responders.
"A two-story house sustained damage from an unknown event that caused [the] house to collapse," AFD said.
KXAN obtained video of the scene. It shows a fire still burning, debris—including a large pile of wood—scattered throughout the area, what appears to be a burned-out vehicle, and damage to one or more homes.
"AFD crews are extinguishing small spot fires in the collapsed debris. Several neighboring houses were damaged," AFD said. "1 house completely collapsed, 1 house partial collapse."
The explosion's "boom" was heard and felt in areas as far as Cedar Park, Leander, and Georgetown, according to KXAN viewers.
"We are aware of the loud 'boom' that was heard and felt throughout the city," Cedar Park Police said in an X post. "We received reports that there was an explosion, but it was in the Austin area."
Texas Gas Service crews were on the scene responding to the incident and confirmed the home did not have access to natural gas services.
Texas Gas Services wants to remind the public that if anyone smells natural gas, they should leave the area immediately. Report the odor to 911 or the Texas Gas Service Emergency Line at 800‑959‑5325. Avoid electrical equipment like phones, garage doors, or light switches until you have safely distanced yourself from the odor.