GASTON COUNTY, N.C. – A camper explosion in the north Belmont area on Monday night left two individuals hospitalized, one with serious injuries. The incident took place on Ferrell Grove Road off of Hickory Grove Road around 9:55 p.m., according to Gaston County officials.
Emergency personnel quickly responded to the scene and transported the two injured persons to CaroMont Medical Center. One of the victims suffered second- and third-degree burns to the head and face, requiring immediate medical attention. The fire caused by the explosion was extinguished by 10:20 p.m.
The Gaston County Office of Emergency Management and Fire Services is currently looking into the cause of the explosion and subsequent fire. Community Fire Station 32 updated the public, reporting that one individual sustained severe burns and was transferred to Winston-Salem for treatment at the Wake Forest Baptist Hospital Burn Center.
Investigations are ongoing as authorities work to determine the circumstances that led to the camper explosion. No further details have been released at this time regarding the cause of the incident. The severity of the injuries sustained by the victims underscores the dangerous nature of the explosion and serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to safety measures when using campers or recreational vehicles.