Oxendine: Calhoun Home Explosion Was Arson
Georgia State Insurance and Fire Safety Commissioner John Oxendine said Tuesday that an explosion that leveled a home in Calhoun in April was caused by arson.
Oxendine said someone apparently tampered with the gas line into the house. The explosion leveled one home and damaged 60 others back on April 15. Eight families were left homeless.
No one is charged at this time, but anyone with information about the explosion is asked to call the arson hotline at 1-800-282-5804.
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Mike Gallagher is a Georgia-based freelance journalist covering local news, community developments, and regional issues that matter most to residents across the state. Writing for Georgianewsday.com since 2016, Mike has built a reputation for clear, balanced reporting and a strong connection to the communities he serves. His work spans city council decisions, school board updates, small business features, public safety reports, and statewide policy changes. In addition to local coverage, Mike occasionally reports on state politics and national headlines, offering readers context on how broader decisions impact Georgia communities. Known for his steady, fact-driven approach, Mike prioritizes accuracy, fairness, and accessibility in every story. Whether covering a town hall meeting or breaking political developments, he aims to inform readers with clarity and integrity. Outside the newsroom, Mike remains actively engaged in Georgia’s civic landscape, always seeking the next story that shapes the state’s future.
