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By Tommy Liu
Massive fire sparks explosions, destroys Washington County contracting business
Tommy Liu
Tommy Liu
Senior Reporter · Squirrel Hill, PA
Tommy Liu has spent the past 12 years covering the business landscape in Pittsburgh. He holds a degree from Penn State University and has worked for local NPR affiliate WESA, where his investigations into business practices earned him a reputation as a knowledgeable resource in local economic issues. He has a keen eye for trends and a deep understanding of the local economy.
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A massive fire broke out late Thursday night and destroyed a contracting business in Washington County.An aerial view from the KDKA Drone Team showed large flames and heavy damage at Maund Industries along Route 88 in California Borough.The fire broke out around 10:30 p.m. Thursday, dispatchers confirmed.A massive fire broke out late Thursday night at the Maund Industries contracting business along Route 88 in California Borough. KDKA Drone Team / KDKA Photojournalist Ian Smith California Volunteer Fire Department Chief Tom Hartley said that 15 crews responded to the scene and that firefighters faced several explosion while battling the flames."Lots of explosions," Hartley said. "Tires, propane tanks, a little bit of everything. It kept you on your toes."Neighbors described popping sounds coming from the business, followed by a large explosion with what they said were mushroom clouds and fireballs."You heard little poppings, then
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