Several rescued after explosion, fire at Racine residence

RACINE, Wis. (AP) - Authorities say several people had to be rescued after an explosion and fire at a three-story residence in Racine.

The Journal Times reports that at least one person was injured in the Saturday afternoon blaze. A condition report was not available.

Racine firefighters were dispatched to the scene before 1 p.m. Officials say the fire was declared under control at about 2:15 p.m., although firefighters were still tracking down hot spots.

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Information from: The Journal Times, https://www.journaltimes.com