Prince George, BC, Explosion Linked to Pipe Theft, Gas Buildup in Structure: RCMP

Prince George, BC, Explosion Linked to Pipe Theft, Gas Buildup in Structure: RCMP
Prince George fire crews tend to a structure fire caused by an explosion in downtown Prince George, B.C., on Aug. 22, 2023. The Canadian Press/James Doyle
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Police say the explosion that destroyed a building in downtown Prince George, B.C., last month was likely caused by “unauthorized” people who broke into the property and were unaware of a natural-gas buildup inside.

Prince George RCMP say fire investigators have determined there is evidence of copper pipe theft, causing damage to at least one natural gas line.