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Video shows aftermath of house explosion in northwest Austin
Austin, TX – Emergency crews responded to a significant structural collapse with a reported explosion at a residence located at 10407 Double Spur Loop, just off Yaupon Drive, shortly before 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, according to the Austin Fire Department (AFD).
Upon arrival, firefighters discovered a two-story home that had sustained catastrophic damage due to an unknown event that led to a complete or partial structural collapse.
Initial reports indicated an explosion may have preceded the collapse, though the exact cause remains under investigation.
AFD crews conducted a rapid search of the debris and located one individual trapped inside the residence.
That person was safely extricated by rescue personnel and transferred to Austin-Travis County EMS (ATCEMS) for medical evaluation and treatment.
The patient’s condition has not been disclosed at this time.
ATCEMS confirmed that multiple individuals may have been injured as a result of the incident.
The exact number of patients and the nature of their injuries have not yet been released.
Emergency responders from both fire and EMS departments remain on the scene, and investigators are working to determine the origin and cause of the explosion and collapse.
Residents in the area are asked to avoid the vicinity while emergency operations continue.
Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
An aviation incident involving a United Airlines aircraft was reported Tuesday at Washington Dulles International Airport, prompting an emergency response and temporary operational disruptions.
According to preliminary information, United Airlines Flight 803 (UA803), a Boeing 777 scheduled to operate from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), experienced an engine malfunction during takeoff.
Reports indicate the incident involved an engine blowout or engine fire shortly after departure, which led to debris and heat igniting multiple brush fires near the runway.
Airport fire and rescue units, along with multiple supporting fire departments, were immediately dispatched to the airfield.
Fire crews worked to extinguish brush fires reported near Runway 1C, while airport operations focused on securing the affected areas and maintaining safety.
Following the engine issue, the aircraft entered a holding pattern to dump fuel in accordance with safety procedures before making an emergency return to Dulles.
Smoke was visible near the runway area as firefighters addressed the ground fires. Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported among passengers or crew.
The aircraft later landed safely at Dulles International Airport.
Emergency personnel remained on scene following the landing to ensure the situation was fully stabilized.
Some unconfirmed information circulating indicates that the same aircraft may have experienced an engine-related issue earlier this year, on June 21, 2025.
Officials have not verified this information, and no connection has been established between that reported incident and Tuesday’s event.
The Federal Aviation Administration, United Airlines, and airport officials are expected to conduct a full investigation to determine the cause of the engine malfunction and the resulting brush fires.
This remains an active investigation, and additional verified details will be released as they become available.