Tragic Explosion: Firefighter Killed, 11 Injured in Virginia House Blast

A Virginia firefighter was killed and nine others were injured in a house explosion in Sterling, with the injuries ranging from serious to less severe. The cause of the explosion is under investigation, and the identity of the deceased firefighter has not been released. The fire is being investigated by the Loudoun County Fire Marshal’s Office, supported by the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and utility company Washington Gas is assisting in the investigation.