The Daily Populous Thursday September 12nd, 2024 morning edition
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An explosion that injured six people at the Kansas State Fair was caused by a canned food item that got too hot when stored near a food warmer, investigators said Wednesday.

The explosion happened Tuesday night at a concession trailer called the Fry Shack. Authorities said two people were hospitalized after the explosion and fire. Both were treated for cuts and were discharged later Tuesday.

Four others reported injuries but did not seek medical treatment.

The cause of the fire was determined by investigators with the Kansas State Fire Marshal’s Office and the Hutchinson Fire Department.

The 10-day state fair draws about 350,000 people each year. It concludes Sunday.

Taint-kicker on September 12nd, 2024 at 00:41 UTC »

To shreds you say.

beermaker on September 11st, 2024 at 22:46 UTC »

An over carbonated contestant at the MN State Fair home brewing competition years ago resulted in one judge getting 50+ stitches in his face and only saved his eyes by having glasses on. What a reward for volunteering.

fortune on September 11st, 2024 at 21:27 UTC »

An explosion that injured six people at the Kansas State Fair was caused by a canned food item that got too hot when stored near a food warmer, investigators said Wednesday.

The explosion happened Tuesday night at a concession trailer called the Fry Shack. Authorities said two people were hospitalized after the explosion and fire. Both were treated for cuts and were discharged later Tuesday.