On Wednesday, Jan. 28 a house explosion and fire were reported from Smithville, MO. Two minutes after the call was received, the house was completely engulfed in flames. Many fire crews were called to put out the fire, and it was reported that one person was found dead inside. The cause of the explosion is still unknown.
Fires destroy homes, belongings, and cause trauma and sadness for many families. There are over 350,000 house fires in the United States every year, and they most commonly occur during the cold winter months from December to January. Fire alarm batteries should be changed once a year in order to help prevent fire damage.
