HEWITT, Wis. (WFRV) – A 59-year-old man was hospitalized Thursday afternoon after an explosion at a syrup shack in Marathon County.
According to the Marathon County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched shortly before 4 p.m. to the 170000 block of County Line Road in the Town of Hewitt for a reported explosion with injuries.
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When first responders arrived, they found the man suffering from burn injuries. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Authorities have not released an update on his condition.
The cause of the explosion remains under investigation.
Following the incident, law enforcement reminded residents of the dangers associated with propane leaks in sheds, garages, barns and other outbuildings, noting that leaked gas can quickly ignite and cause fires or explosions.
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Officials recommend having propane systems installed and serviced by qualified professionals, regularly inspecting equipment for damage, storing propane cylinders upright and outdoors, keeping ignition sources and flammable materials away, and using propane appliances only as intended.
If a propane leak is suspected, authorities advise leaving the building immediately, avoiding the use of lights, switches, phones or other equipment inside, and calling emergency services from a safe location.
