Gas explosion in Calverton sends 1 to hospital, brings down power line
A gas leak caused an explosion in an open field in Calverton, Maryland, on Friday night, sending one person to the hospital and taking down a power line.
In a post on X, Prince George’s County Fire and Rescue said that the fire broke out around 10:15 p.m. near Powder Mill Road and Cherry Hill Road.
A representative with Prince George’s Fire said Washington Gas was working on a gas leak when it exploded.
Gas leak, approx 10:15pm Powder Mill Rd & Cherry Hill Rd in Calverton. PGFD units on scene of gas leak & explosion with downed power lines. Crews operating on scene. 1 patient transported w/serious but not life threatening injuries. @mcfrs w/mutual aid. pic.twitter.com/335ET45De3
— Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department (@PGFDNews) February 28, 2026
One person was transported to a local hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries, officials said.
The fire is still burning and officials responding to the scene are asking the public to avoid the area. The roads are currently closed in both directions.
Below is a map of the area where the fire broke out:
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