A propane leak likely caused a blast on Thanksgiving in Oakland, Maine, critically injuring one man.

An explosion on Lakeview Drive in Oakland, Maine, on Thanksgiving Day likely resulted from a propane gas leak, investigators say, ruling out propane tanks as the source but still examining appliances for ignition. The blast, felt miles away and described as resembling a mushroom cloud, critically injured 66-year-old Cliff Hannon, the sole occupant, who remains in critical condition in a Portland hospital. Neighbors reported shattered windows, dislodged garage doors, and structural damage to nearby homes. First responders from several towns rushed to the scene, with officials confirming no ongoing community threat and utilities secured. The investigation continues.