Overview

• A rented Penske box truck exploded on May 25, 2025, in Addison, Illinois, due to a leaking propane tank, officials confirmed.
• The explosion caused significant damage to four homes, with one home deemed temporarily uninhabitable due to structural instability.
• The driver of the truck sustained minor injuries and was treated at a local hospital, while no other injuries were reported.
• The blast, captured on a home security camera, created a large debris field spanning a block in the residential neighborhood.
• Penske, the truck rental company, stated that hazardous materials are prohibited in their rentals and cooperated fully with the investigation.