SUMNER COUNTY —Two people were injured in a house explosion and fire in rural Sumner County.

Just after 8:40a.m. Monday, Mulvane Fire Rescue was notified of a house explosion and fire in the 1200 block of Gueda Springs Road, according to a media release.

First arriving units found heavy structural damage and fire involvement of the residence. Two critically injured victims were found in the front yard.

Mulvane Public safety director Gordon Fell says they had been doing maintenance work at the home and were taken to Wichita hospitals for treatment. Crews investigated and determined that propane caused the explosion, which was ruled accidental

Authorities have not released the names of the victims.

-The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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SUMNER COUNTY —The Kansas Fire Marshal’s office is investigating the cause of a house explosion and fire in rural Sumner County.

Just after 8:40a.m. Monday, Mulvane Fire Rescue was notified of a house explosion and fire in the 1200 block of Gueda Springs Road, according to a media release.

First arriving units found heavy structural damage and fire involvement of the residence. 2 critically injured victims were found in the front yard.

Mulvane EMS transported both patients to an area hospital. The fire is currently under control and units remain on scene performing overhaul. The house is a total loss.

Authorities have not released the names of the victims.