April 26, 2024

Big bang ‘accident’ out in Surrey

Two men from Surrey are in hospital with serious burns after police say a propane heater accidentally exploded.

RCMP say the two men had turned on a propane heater inside a trailer to apparently keep a fresh coat of paint from freezing.

The men were inside with the door closed when the flammable paint fumes ignited.

A loud bang echoed through the neighbourhood and the men were thrown 20 to 30 feet.

Police say they are expected to recover.

CKNW Vancouver News

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