INDIANAPOLIS — Two people were injured Sunday night in an explosion and fire at an apartment complex on Indianapolis' north side.
It happened around 8:30 p.m. in the 7900 block of Harcourt Road, near West 79th Street and Ditch Road.
A fire department spokesperson said the blaze began when a medical oxygen cannister exploded.
Two women were hurt.
One victim, located in the apartment next to where the explosion occurred, was taken to a hospital in critical condition.
The other victim is in good condition at a hospital. The spokesperson said she was able to self-evacuate from her apartment.
Six apartments were damaged. Four residents were displaced and are receiving assistance.
IFD said the fire was extinguished quickly and remains under investigation.