Propane Tank Explosion Damages Four Homes in Chicago Suburb

A propane tank explosion rocked a quiet Chicago suburb on May 27, 2025, causing significant damage to four homes. The incident, captured on a residential security camera, shows a truck parked on the street suddenly engulfed in flames. The explosion sent debris flying, shattering windows and damaging the siding of nearby houses. While the cause of the explosion is still under investigation, police confirmed that a leak in the propane tank in the back of the truck was the likely culprit. "It was a huge boom," said one neighbor who wished to remain anonymous, describing the sound of the explosion. "I thought it was a bomb going off." The truck driver, who was taken to a local hospital, sustained only minor injuries. Authorities are continuing their investigation to determine the full extent of the damage and the precise circumstances leading to the leak and subsequent explosion. The incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers associated with the handling and transportation of flammable materials.