Event Brief
Fire and Explosion Rock Roane County, Prompting Response
Filed: Apr 03, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET
Summary: A loud boom in Roane County was caused by a fire and explosion, prompting multiple 911 calls.
WHO: Rockwood Police Department
WHAT: Fire and explosion
WHEN: Apr 03, 2026 at 1:41 PM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, TN
WHY: To investigate the cause of the loud boom reported by residents.
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