Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Chino Hills House Explosion Traced to Gas Leak

Investigators have yet to pinpoint the leak’s origin.

Overview

  • Fire officials confirmed the Nov. 16 blast injured eight people with non-life-threatening injuries, including some children.
  • The explosion occurred around 3:45 p.m. in the 4200 block of Sierra Vista Drive in Chino Hills.
  • Sixteen nearby homes were temporarily evacuated as crews secured the area and shut down gas service.
  • SoCalGas later turned off about a dozen customer meters in the neighborhood as a precaution during the probe.
  • The primary residence sustained major damage and at least five neighboring homes were also damaged.