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Federal and Local Authorities Investigating Explosion in Lyndon
Federal and local law enforcement agencies are investigating the circumstances surrounding an explosion that occurred Friday afternoon in the Lyndon area of Louisville.
According to a statement posted on social media by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Louisville Field Division, federal agents are assisting the Lyndon Police Department and the Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) in the ongoing investigation.
The incident was first reported at approximately 12:37 p.m., when a staff member at the SpringHill Suites hotel, located in the 10000 block of Forest Green Boulevard, contacted emergency services via MetroSafe to report the explosion.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the cause of the explosion, and it remains unclear whether there were any injuries as a result.
Investigators from multiple agencies are currently on scene gathering evidence and assessing the situation.
Officials have urged the public to avoid the area while the investigation continues. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
LAWRENCEBURG, Ind. (Dearborn County) — Fire crews are battling a third-alarm structure fire at the Civista Bank located at 19710 State Line Road, according to emergency dispatch information.
The incident was initially reported as a working fire, prompting a second-alarm response as conditions rapidly escalated.
Fire officials have confirmed that the office area on the second floor is heavily involved, with significant fire activity observed within that portion of the building.
Additional firefighting resources have been requested to assist with suppression efforts as crews work to contain the blaze and prevent further spread.
No information has been released at this time regarding injuries, evacuations, or the cause of the fire.
Authorities are expected to provide updates as the situation develops.