House explosion in Westland, Michigan, kills two, injures others

A house explosion occurred Monday evening on Calhoun Court in Westland, Michigan, severely damaging the home but causing no injuries, as the residence was vacant at the time. Firefighters and officials believe the cause of the explosion may be related to a gas leak, and are advising nearby residents to check their homes for any signs of gas issues. The explosion rattled neighboring homes, though no one was inside or hurt during the incident. The investigation into the exact cause is ongoing, but initial reports confirm that the former homeowners had moved out prior to the event.