Massive Fire, Multiple Explosions Destroy Pittsburgh-Area Business

WASHINGTON COUNTY, PA — A large fire involving many explosions destroyed a California Borough concrete and paving business Thursday night.

Maund Industries, on Wood Street, is a total loss following the blaze, which broke out at around 10:20 p.m. No one was inside the building at the time, and no injuries were reported.

According to WTAE-TV, California Volunteer Fire Department Chief Tom Hartley said the fire included multiple explosions involving tires and propane tanks. Fifteen fire departments were needed to extinguish the blaze.

According to the company's Facebook page, Maund Industries specializes in asphalt and concrete paving, excavating and hauling, and redi-mix concrete.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.