DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Two Atlanta Gas Light employees were hurt, Monday, after what's believed to be an explosion sparked a raging fire that ripped through a DeKalb County apartment building.
The fire, according to officials, tore through a structure in the Dunwoody Village Apartment complex in the 2300 block of Dunwoody Crossing in DeKalb County.
Right now, the cause of the fire is under investigation, but officials confirmed that Atlanta Gas Light was on the scene with members of DeKalb County Fire Rescue when the "explosion" happened.
According to Atlanta Gas, their crews were at the complex working, after a contracting firm - working on a project unrelated to the company - damaged one of its lines.
Somehow, an explosion happened, and the subsequent fire left the two injured, according to officials. The extent of their injuries is unknown. A pregnant woman went into labor, but she appears to not have be hurt.
The true extent of the damage is not yet known, but live video from over the scene showed intense flames, with much of one building seemingly burned to the ground and splintered debris scattered nearby.
Atlanta Gas Light said it is "coordinating with emergency management personnel to secure the scene."
As a safety precaution, the company said natural gas service was turned off to the area, impacting roughly 425 customers.
"Our crews will be working into the night to restore service as safely and swiftly as possible," a spokesperson said.
At this time, they anticipate returning service to customers beginning Tuesday.
Meanwhile, the American Red Cross' disaster volunteers were dispatched to the fire to help assist 10 families that were displaced.
"Volunteers will ensure that all in need have resources to help with temporary lodging, food, clothing, personal items, health services and emotional support. Caseworkers will continue to work with the families in the days ahead as they begin the recovery process," the Red Cross said in a statement.