A reader reported at 9:50am:
“I live on the same block as the church and 20 min ago felt three explosions, rattle the windows of my apartment. I went outside and the street is blocked off to Oak NW, fire fighting at the Education building of he church. Hoping that everyone that was inside is alright.”
DC Fire and EMS reported:
“Cause remains undetermined. Church services not in progress when fire occurred.”
Update on incident in 1600 block of Monroe St NW. Fire involved storage shed in rear of church containing propane tanks, lawn mowers, and other items. Dispatched 9:36 AM. No extension inside. Cause remains undetermined. Church services not in progress when fire occurred. pic.twitter.com/AS4yIN6QOw
— DC Fire and EMS (@dcfireems) December 30, 2018