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Four people injured following potential house explosion in East Price Hill

Elberon House Explosion
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CINCINNATI — Four people had to be rushed to the hospital following a possible house explosion in East Price Hill Sunday evening.

According to Cincinnati Fire Department (CFD) Assistant Fire Chief Matt Flagler there was a potential house explosion on the 700 block of Elberon Ave just before 8:30 p.m.

Asst. Chief Flagler told WCPO 9 that the victims were two children and two adults. The two kids and one of the adults suffered minor injuries, the second adult suffered serious injuries, according to the fire department.

When crews arrived on scene, they discovered at least one of the injured people lying in the front yard.

The victims were transported to an area hospital.

Approximately 65 firefighters responded to the scene, according to Flagler.

Crews have not confirmed an explosion at this time, but Flagler said "the right side of the building was completely gone."

Fire crews will be assisted by Duke Energy as they investigate the cause of the fire.

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