One hospitalized following Canton fire
One person was taken to the hospital after a shed fire early Thursday in Canton Township spread to the home.
According to a Washington County 911 supervisor, emergency crews were called to 352 Beacon Ave. shortly after 5 a.m.
Callers reported hearing explosions. South Strabane Fire Department Chief Jordan Cramer said it was possible there were propane tanks in the shed.
A resident was hospitalized for smoke inhalation. According to Cramer, the house appeared to be destroyed.
Fire departments from Canton Township, South Strabane, Washington and Chartiers Township responded to the scene. The state police fire marshal is investigating.