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Explosion in Lewiston Kills One Person, Still Under Investigation
One person died and several businesses were damaged after a U-Haul carrying gasoline and propane exploded, officials said the incident is under investigation.
- In Lewiston, Idaho, a U-Haul exploded Thursday in the Old Navy parking lot, killing one person and damaging nearby businesses including the Courtyard Marriott.
- Evidence points to flammable cargo such as gasoline and propane tanks, with investigators saying the U-Haul was carrying these items, suspected to have caused the blast.
- Lewiston Fire Marshal Julian Sorrell said `At this time, there is no indication the incident is criminal in nature` as the Lewiston Fire Department, Lewiston Police Department, Idaho State Police, City of Lewiston Streets Division, and Nez Perce County investigate.
- Police asked the public to avoid the area so emergency crews and investigators can work safely, and authorities said there is no immediate threat to the public.
- This is a developing story, and news organizations and officials say they will update the account as investigators continue scene work.
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