Calgary Townhouse Explosion Destroys Homes and Injures Four

An explosion and fire in Mahogany displaced dozens, with investigations underway to determine the cause.

A townhouse explosion and fire occurred Thursday afternoon in the southeast Calgary neighborhood of Mahogany.
Four people, including two firefighters, suffered minor injuries and received medical attention.
The explosion destroyed four to five townhouse units, with significant damage to neighboring buildings.
Fifty townhouses were evacuated, leaving many residents displaced; some may return Friday, but others face longer-term impacts.
The Calgary Fire Department is investigating the cause of the explosion and continues to monitor the site for hotspots.