Video: Truck Explosion At North Carolina BBQ Restaurant Goes Viral
This is absolutely crazy! Bystanders caught on video a truck explosion in North Carolina and that video has now been viewed tens of thousands of times. The explosion occurred outside of Speedy’s Barbecue which is located in Lexington, NC. Two men were injured in the accident and treated at a local hospital with second and third-degree burns. Bystanders report that the explosion shook the building.
It is believed the accident occurred due to a leaking propane tank in the bed of the truck. It went up in flames mere moments after the owner exited the vehicle. Lexington Fire responded to the truck explosion incident in which took approximately 15 minutes to put out. Two other vehicles in the same proximity were also damaged.
Melanie Day is a graduate of North Carolina State University. She has worked for Beasley since 2012 in a variety of behind-the-scenes roles in both digital and promotions. Melanie writes about a diverse range of topics some of her favorites include travel, restaurants, Taylor Swift, and college athletics. When not at work you'll find her at a country concert or NC State sporting event.
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