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Man Rescued from Basement After House Explosion in Rural Wisconsin

Firefighters dug through rubble for over 30 minutes to reach the injured man, who was airlifted to a hospital.

  • The explosion occurred in Lafayette, Walworth County, completely destroying the house.
  • Emergency responders believe the man was the only person inside at the time of the explosion.
  • Preliminary investigations suggest a propane gas explosion, common in the rural area.
  • Multiple agencies are involved in the ongoing investigation to determine the exact cause.
  • There is no immediate threat to the surrounding area, according to officials.
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