Texas

One Person injured in Explosion near Hwy 87 in Dalhart, TX

Published on: November 10, 2021

Date of Accident
November 9, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Explosion Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 87, Orange, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating an explosion that injured a man at Hwy 87 in Dalhart, TX on November 9th, 2021. They say it happened around 11 a.m. A man was reportedly cutting the top off an oil barrel when it exploded. The man was taken to an area hospital for treatment of burns. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Dalhart Police
Road/Highway
Hwy 87
Injuries Sustained

Burns

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Oil barrel exploded as a man was cutting the top off

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