Event Brief
Gas Leak Repairs Precede Centreville Home Explosion
Filed: Mar 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
Summary: A natural gas explosion in Centreville occurred after repairs were underway, leading to evacuations and investigations.
WHO: Washington Gas, local authorities
WHAT: Natural gas explosion
WHEN: Mar 17, 2026 at 9:15 AM ET
WHERE: Centreville, VA
WHY: Explosion followed identification of a critical gas leak
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