GAS LINE EXPLOSION 1PM IN WV
Metro 911 reported that several people from the Park and Ride at the Pocatalico exit were transported to the hospital due to smoke inhalation following the huge explosion in the Sissonville area. A dispatcher said it was unclear if there were more injuries, but officials were anticipating there could be more. The dispatcher said at least four homes were still on fire, and he said there could be more residences affected. Several roads were affected by the explosion.Route 21/Sissonville Drive was closed and open only for emergency vehicle use. Traffic was being diverted at the Interstate 77-79 split and being routed onto I-79, the dispatcher said. Metro said north of Pocatalico the south side of I-77 was shut down. The Kan awha County School Board says that Sissonville Elementary is the only school that is being evacuated at this time. Students are reportedly being taken to Sissonville High School, according to dispatchers. Gas line exploded at Sissonville West Vir ginia. Interstate I77 shut down. Roy Grimm
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