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Police investigate cause of Gary house explosion

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Authorities are searching for the cause of an explosion that rocked a vacant Gary home and injured a real estate agent who was preparing to show the home to a prospective buyer.

The Post-Tribune of Merrillville and The Times of Munster report that the woman was taken a Gary hospital after Tuesday's explosion. Her condition was not known because her name was not released.

Neighbor Lacelle Mckinley says he heard a rumbling noise, followed by a boom Tuesday afternoon. He says the explosion sent debris flying into the street.

Northern Indiana Public Service Co. spokesman Nick Meyer said the company had been at the residence earlier Tuesday for a service call but the cause of the explosion hadn't been determined. Fire officials say no flames were visible when firefighters arrived.

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