MEC&F Expert Engineers : Propane tanks explode, RVs on fire at La Mesa RV dealership in in Arizona

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Propane tanks explode, RVs on fire at La Mesa RV dealership in in Arizona



 

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PHOENIX (KPHO/KTVK) -

Propane tanks catch fire, explode at west Valley RV dealer


Posted: Jul 21, 2016 5:04 PM EST Updated: Jul 21, 2016 7:17 PM EST 


 Phoenix firefighters and hazmat crews were called to the scene of a west Valley RV dealership Thursday, after a fire and explosions were reported.

It happened around 1:30 p.m. at La Mesa RV near 75th Avenue and McDowell.

Fire officials say a fire started in one RV. It was quickly upgraded to a hazardous materials assignment after the flames spread to nearby propane tanks, igniting explosions.

"Crews will be fighting this fire from a defensive position with ladder pipes and from the exterior," says Reda Bigler with the Phoenix Fire Department.

Fire crews were able to bring the blaze under control a short time later.

One person was evaluated by firefighters but was not transported.

All exposures were protected by firefighters and no other property was damaged. The fire is under investigation

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