Investigators: Owner of home that exploded accidentally cut propane line

The owner of the Cape St. Claire home that exploded last week accidentally cut a propane line while working on the HVAC system, investigators announced Monday, triggering a blast that left one woman dead and the homeowner in “serious condition” in the hospital.

By: WTOP News

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: August 25, 2026

Words: 289

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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By Thomas Robertson

The owner of the Cape St. Claire home where an explosion occurred last week accidentally cut a propane line while working on the HVAC system, investigators announced Monday.

The explosion Wednesday afternoon left one woman dead and the homeowner, a man, in what investigators Monday called “serious condition” in the hospital.

Cutting the line allowed propane gas to leak and accumulate inside the home without the homeowner realizing it. Family members …

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