Update: Explosion in Hampton, Minnesota claims another life
A February 5, 2019 house explosion in Hampton, Minnesota has claimed another life. A house on the 2400 block of Lewiston Boulevard exploded, killing 56-year-old Theresa Ann Snoeyenbos, and severely burning her husband, 57-year-old Brian Suilmann. Tragically, Mr. Suilmann died of his injuries on Wednesday, February 20.
The cause of the explosion is still under investigation. Fire officials indicate that it may have been a propane explosion.
At the time, Kevin Whitsen, Randolph-Hampton Fire District Chief, said “This is the worst fire I have ever been on.” The explosion was so loud that it was heard in Farmington MN, 8.5 miles away. First responders arrived to find the house completely engulfed in flames.
Officials say that they found Mr. Suilmann wandering the area, with serious burns over most of his body. He was searching for his wife, not knowing she had been killed in the fire. He was taken to Regions Hospital, where he died of his injuries about two weeks later.
Tragic explosion in Hampton, Minnesota
The tragic explosion in Hampton, Minnesota has now claimed the lives of both of the people living in the home.
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Sources
“Home Explosion Kills Woman, Severely Burns Man In Dakota County.” WCCO TV, February 5, 2019.
“Man Severely Injured In Hampton House Explosion Dies.” WCCO TV, February 22, 2019.
