STAMFORD, Conn. — Approximately 50 firefighters, both career and volunteer, responded to reports just before 7:30 Saturday that a house on Woodbine Road was on fire and exploded, and two people with pets were attempting to get out.
Upon arrival, crews found heavy smoke, but no visible flames emitting from the house.
Following an investigation, officials determined the house had partially collapsed in multiple areas and the structure had shifted off of its foundation.
Although water supply was established using tankers from the Turn of River fire department, and Long Ridge fire department, officials said it was the force of the explosion that essentially blew the fire out.
According to a release, the residents and four dogs were able to self-evacuate prior to firefighters' arrival.
However, two other pets remain unaccounted for, officials said.
First responders did not re-enter the house because of risks caused by the massive structural damage.
The Red Cross is assisting the residents with temporary housing.
The cause of the explosion is under investigation by the Stamford Fire Marshal's Office.
