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Crews battle house fire that led to an explosion

Fire officials say a propane tank exploded, which caused the flames to grow to the front of the home.

PLAINS, Pa. — Crews worked to battle a blaze at a home Sunday afternoon in Luzerne County.

The fire sparked at the home along North Beech Road in Plains Township just before 3 p.m.

Fire officials say a propane tank exploded, which caused the flames to grow to the front of the home.

Two people were home at the time but got out safely.

Officials say it seems to be accidental, and the home does appear to be a total loss after the fire.

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