GASTON COUNTY, N.C. — A man and a woman were hurt after a camper exploded Monday night in Gaston County near McAdenville, said officials with the county.
The camper that exploded was in the yard of a home near Hickory Grove Road and Ferrell Grove Avenue.
Gaston Emergency Medical Services took the burn victims to CaroMont Medical Center. The man had more serious injuries, including second and third-degree burns on his face and head, officials said. He was taken to a hospital in Winston-Salem for treatment.
The woman was released from a local hospital Monday morning.
Emergency management said the explosion was caused by a propane leak from a hot water heater.
The force of the explosion blew out the camper’s windows, causing damage to the home next door.
No further information was released.
This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
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