Investigators said an explosion at a Lakewood townhome was caused by leaking natural gas ignited by a cigarette lighter.
The accidental blast, which lifted the roof off the dwelling, occurred in a basement storage room and caused $170,000 in damage on March 16, according to West Metro Fire.
Investigators identified three possible sources: the furnace, the water heater or a broken underground natural gas line outside the townhome.
The incident occurred on 17th Place near Robb Street.
[Photo: West Metro Fire]
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