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Fiery blast levels homes

November 11, 2012 11:00 pm • Last Updated: November 11, 2012 10:42 pm

This aerial photo shows the two homes that were leveled and the numerous neighboring homes that were damaged from a massive explosion that sparked a huge fire and killed two people Saturday night in Indianapolis. Nearly three dozen homes were damaged or destroyed, and seven people were taken to a hospital with injuries, authorities said Sunday. The powerful nighttime blast shattered windows, crumpled walls and could be felt at least three miles away. Authorities have not determined the cause of the explosion.

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