24 Homes Damaged After Austin House Explosion; At Least Six Injured

An Austin home exploded on Sunday, April 13, injuring at least six people and damaging 24 homes near the source of the blast. Early reports claim that the blast was heard as far away as Georgetown, and pictures of the incident scene show a plume of smoke extending into the sky above the wrecked home. Federal agencies are investigating the cause of the blast, which also downed power lines in the area and left nearby residents without power for some time.

As they arrived at the scene of the incident, first responders noted that the structure had been “completely leveled by the explosion.” There was also a vehicle engulfed by flames at the scene of the initial explosion. Firefighters successfully rescued two victims from the area. One person was rescued from the collapsed home and the second victim was rescued from an neighboring residence. Six adults, including a pair of firefighters, were reportedly injured in the explosion. Two of the explosion’s victims sustained critical injuries, with a third victim in serious but stable condition. The other three victims suffered only minor injuries. First responders report that they believe that all residents of the affected homes have been accounted for.

Determining the Explosion’s Cause

As of today, local authorities do not have a definitive answer for the explosion’s cause. The Travis County Fire Marshal is leading an investigation into the incident and a spokesperson for the Austin Fire Department confirmed that they do not expect a criminal investigation to be launched. First responders are waiting for excavators to arrive to assist with removing large debris and further assist with the investigation. Several agencies responded to the incident or are cooperating with the investigation, including:

• Austin Fire Department
• Austin-Travis County EMS
• Austin Police Department
• Texas Gas
• Pedernales Electric Company
• Travis County Sheriff’s Office
• Texas Department of Public Safety
• Texas Division of Emergency Management
• Federal Bureau of Investigation
• American Red Cross to assist impacted residents

Where Was the Home That Exploded?

The home that exploded has reportedly been identified as 10410 Double Spur Loop. The explosion was initially reported as occurring at 10407 Double Spur Loop, but neighborhood camera footage identifies the former address as the epicenter of the blast. The home that exploded was reportedly constructed over the past year, with Google Street View images showing only the house’s foundation laid as of April 2024.

Contact a Residential Explosion Attorney Today

If you, a loved one, or a friend have been affected by a residential explosion in Austin or across the greater state of Texas, the Doan Law Firm can help. Our personal injury attorneys have decades of experience assisting the victims of preventable blasts. You can trust that our legal team has the experience and knowledge to advocate tirelessly on your behalf and fight for the best possible outcome in your case. Contact us today to schedule a free initial consultation with a member of our legal team.