Gas Station Explosion Shatters Windows, Prompts Evacuations in Berwyn

A powerful explosion destroyed a BP gas station in Berwyn, Illinois, following a severe thunderstorm that knocked down power lines, which in turn ignited two main gas lines at the station. Emergency crews were already on site addressing storm damage when the fire broke out, prompting evacuation of nearby homes and businesses. The explosion, described by witnesses as resembling a bomb blast, caused extensive damage to surrounding buildings, shattering windows and sending debris flying, but fortunately resulted in no reported injuries. Firefighters battled the blaze for several hours before extinguishing it, with assistance from multiple neighboring agencies. Eyewitnesses captured the devastation on video, describing the intense force of the blast and the dramatic aftermath that left the gas station leveled and the neighborhood disrupted. Investigations are ongoing to fully understand the incident, which has been linked to a power line falling and igniting the gas lines amid the storm.