Cause of explosion, fire in Ragley remains mystery

A multi-agency investigation into a tank explosion and fire at an inactive oil field site, that claimed the life of a Longville teen, remains undetermined at this time, however, the victim’s presence near the tanks moments before the incident has been identified as a contributing factor in the case.

Around 5 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 28, Beauregard Fire District #2 responded to a call for an explosion and fire located in the area of Cordial Lane and S. Cooley Road in Longville, which is near the Ragley area.

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