Complete Chaos Caught on Video as Truck Explodes in Chicago After Propane Leak [WATCH]

A startling explosion rocked a quiet suburban Chicago neighborhood over the Memorial Day weekend after a box truck carrying a leaking propane tank suddenly detonated, injuring the driver and damaging several nearby homes.

The incident occurred in Addison, a town approximately 20 miles west of downtown Chicago.

Authorities have since confirmed the explosion was accidental, caused by a propane leak inside the vehicle.

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Emergency crews from the Addison Fire Protection District and the Addison Police Department rushed to the scene on Saturday after reports of a loud blast that sent debris flying throughout the residential area.

When first responders arrived, they discovered a “large debris field” but “no indication of any fire” at that moment, according to officials.

The scene resembled the aftermath of a bombing, yet the cause was simply the volatile combination of propane and a confined space within the moving vehicle.

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Security footage captured by a Ring doorbell camera from a nearby home shows the truck calmly driving down the street when it abruptly explodes in a violent burst of energy.

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The footage, which has since been shared widely, visually underscores the immense power of the blast and the randomness of the timing.

“The explosion damaged a few homes in the area, but nobody was injured other than the driver who sustained minor injuries,” the Addison Police Department said in a Facebook update, adding that the quick response of emergency crews likely helped prevent further harm.

Authorities later identified the vehicle as a Penske rental box truck.

A spokesperson for Penske told Fox News Digital that the truck had been rented to a customer for the purpose of moving household belongings.

“Penske will cooperate fully with any further investigation by law enforcement,” the company said in a statement.

“Under Penske’s rental agreement, explosive, flammable or otherwise hazardous materials should not be transported in a consumer rental moving truck.”

Addison Fire Chief Brock Herion described the scene as chaotic, noting that the debris from the explosion spread across nearly an entire block. The scale of the blast was enough to cause structural damage to at least one nearby home, prompting officials to evacuate its occupants due to fears of a potential collapse.

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One neighbor, Angelo Source, recounted his initial confusion and shock. “I thought, ‘Wow, they’re starting early with the fireworks this year, but that one sure seems to have a little extra punch,’” he told WLS-TV.

His sentiment echoed that of many local residents, who initially mistook the explosion for an early Independence Day celebration gone wrong.

The truck’s driver was found by first responders inside the wreckage and transported to a local hospital.

Thankfully, his injuries were described as non-life-threatening, though the outcome could have been far worse considering the strength of the blast.

Despite the frightening nature of the explosion, authorities emphasized that there was no indication of foul play or malicious intent.

The propane tank, which should not have been in the truck to begin with, was likely placed inside unknowingly or without understanding the risk.

“This is a critical reminder of the dangers associated with transporting hazardous materials, especially in rental vehicles not designed for such contents,” Chief Herion said.

“We’re extremely fortunate that this didn’t result in more serious injuries or fatalities.”

Officials are continuing to investigate the exact sequence of events that led to the propane leak and the subsequent explosion.

However, with no signs of criminal activity, the focus has turned to public safety education and ensuring such an incident is not repeated.

The community of Addison is now cleaning up and assessing the extent of property damage.

Structural engineers have been brought in to examine the affected homes, and town officials are coordinating with residents to provide support.

For now, the town is breathing a collective sigh of relief — thankful that what could have been a deadly disaster resulted in only one injury and no loss of life.

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