Bellingham, WA – A Whatcom County man is seriously burned after a propane explosion at his home on Starry Road.
North Whatcom Fire Chief Ron Anderson says the residents had run out of propane for their hot water tank, but they left the pilot valve on the water heater open. That allowed gas to build up in the basement when they refilled the tank.
Gary Mydland is in satisfactory condition at Harborview Medical Center with burns to his hands and face.