Jacksonville, Florida 10-19, 2025 — 6:42 PM Authorities are investigating a powerful explosion that ripped through a two-story home in the Oak Valley subdivision late Tuesday evening. The blast, captured on a neighbor’s doorbell camera, originated in the attached garage and quickly engulfed the structure in flames, totaling a parked SUV parked in the driveway. According to preliminary reports from the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, the explosion was caused by a leaking propane cylinder stored near a water heater. Investigators believe the gas accumulated in the garage before being ignited when the heater cycled on. Fire crews arrived within minutes but found the home fully involved. Two residents were treated for minor burns and smoke inhalation; both are expected to recover. The structure is considered a total loss. Officials are urging residents to store propane and fuel canisters outdoors or in ventilated areas and to install gas leak detectors near potential ignition ...