Tragic Blast at Ohio Auto Shop Claims 3 Lives, Leaves 1 Fighting for Survival

A witness told CBS affiliate WKRC that the explosion felt like "an earthquake."

Tragic Blast at Ohio Auto Shop Claims 3 Lives, Leaves 1 Fighting for Survival
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29 Nov 2023, 06:17 PM
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Explosion at Auto Repair Shop in Hillsboro, Ohio

Explosion at Auto Repair Shop in Hillsboro, Ohio

Authorities in Hillsboro, Ohio, have reported that an explosion at Jimbo's Auto Repair has resulted in three fatalities and one person being hospitalized. The incident occurred at approximately 4 p.m. local time on Tuesday, Nov. 28.

Witnesses at the scene described the terrifying moments leading up to the explosion. One witness stated, "We hear another boom and then we see fire so we all step back… in seconds there was another boom and power lines and glass breaking."

A firefighter from a nearby firehouse, located "four, five blocks away" from the auto repair shop, reported feeling the impact of the explosion.

Explosion at Hillsboro Business Leaves Three Dead

Three people have died in an explosion at a business in Hillsboro, Ohio. The incident occurred on Monday, but the names and ages of the victims have not been released. One person was also hospitalized and is in stable condition.

The cause of the explosion is still unknown, and the Ohio State Fire Marshal's Office is currently investigating the incident.

Hillsboro, located in Highland County, Ohio, is about 50 miles east of Cincinnati. The community is asking for prayers and support during this difficult time.