A REPORTED explosion has blown up several homes in Phoenix and sparked a fire in Paradise Valley.
The home in Paradise Valley has been destroyed and several others have been damaged in the blast and fire.
The Phoenix Fire Department told AZ Central the fire was the result of a “significant explosion.”
The fire was reported just before 5pm local time, according to KTAR.
Officials responded to the scene near 36th Street and Lincoln Drive.
While the majority of flames were brought under control, the original home was ruined, according to reports.
“The home was totally destroyed,” Captain Evan Gammage told AZ Central.
“We are protecting adjacent homes at this time.
“There were several other homes that got damaged due to the explosion.”
The investigation is ongoing.
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