Airdrie RCMP and fire crews are currently (5:18 p.m September 6th) on the scene of a garage explosion.

Airdrie RCMP and fire crews responded to a call of a detached garage explosion located in the #400 block of 1st Avenue NE.

Fire Crews arrived at the scene to find the explosion had caused significant structural damage. 

Two male patients were assessed, treated and transported to the hospital. 

To support the work and safety of first responders 1st avenue was temporarily closed surrounding the incident. 

Both ATCO and Fortis emergency response teams were dispatched to isolate the utilities. 

The cause of the fire and final damage estimates are still under investigation. 

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