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**Lake View House Explosion Kills One, Injures Another; Investigation Underway**
**HAMBURG, N.Y. -** A catastrophic house explosion in Lake View on Monday night has claimed one life and left another person injured. The explosion, which occurred on the 5800 block of West Lane at 8:49 p.m., caused widespread damage, with debris scattered across multiple properties.
Hamburg Police Captain John Baker described the scene as a “catastrophic explosion” upon arrival of patrol. A second house caught fire as a result of the blast, and fire crews worked for several hours to bring it under control. The initial home was virtually destroyed.
“It is basically a house that is no longer there,” said Capt. Baker, emphasizing the dangerous and complex situation facing investigators.
Neighbors described the explosion as being akin to a train crash. Mike Jacobs, who lives near the site, said the force of the blast rattled dishes from his cupboards. “There was debris everywhere on the street,” he added.
One body was removed from the scene by the Erie County Medical Examiner’s Office early Tuesday morning. Another victim was transported to Erie County Medical Center (ECMC); their condition remains unknown. A Hamburg police officer and a Lake View firefighter were also transported to the hospital to be treated for minor injuries.
Multiple fire departments, K-9 units, New York State Police, and dozens of National Fuel crews responded to the scene. National Fuel crews were seen digging up yards and using portable meters to check for gas leaks and elevated CO levels.
The cause of the explosion remains under investigation. County and state fire resources are assisting with the investigation. Emergency personnel will remain on scene overnight to continue the investigation.
**Note:** This article is based solely on the limited information provided. Further details will be released as they become available.
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