Miraculous Escape: Box Truck Explosion in Addison, Illinois

A box truck exploded in Addison, Illinois on May 26, 2025, damaging four homes. Security camera footage shows the truck exploding while driving down the street. The driver, miraculously, sustained only minor injuries. Addison Fire Department responded to the scene. 'It was a very intense situation,' said a neighbor who wished to remain anonymous. 'I heard a loud boom and saw a huge cloud of smoke.' The incident was determined to be accidental, caused by a leaking propane tank in the truck. The driver's quick escape and the lack of serious injuries are fortunate.