Shocking video shows moment truck carrying leaking propane tank explodes in suburbs

A box truck carrying a leaking propane tank exploded in the western suburb of Addison Saturday morning.

Video shows the moment the truck, driving down Wood Dale Road, exploded in the street. The footage was captured on a surveillance camera from a nearby home.

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The Addison Police Department responded to the scene in the 300 block of North Wood Dale Road and the explosion led to Wood Dale Road north of Lake Street closing down.

Illinois May 24

What we know about the suburban truck explosion that left debris scattered, homes damaged

Illinois May 24

Leaking propane tank inside truck causes explosion, damages homes in suburbs

According to authorities, a few homes in the area were damaged, and one home was evacuated due to structural damage. Car windshields also appeared shattered.

Police said the explosion left a scene of debris from Oak Street to Overkamp Avenue.

For more on what we know so far, see our story here.

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