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Arlington Home Explosion: What We Know (Video)

A home explosion sent shockwaves through Arlington Monday night, Dec. 4.

Arlington County Fire Department

Arlington County Fire Department

Photo Credit: Arlington County Fire Department

As officers were getting ready to execute a search warrant at the home of a suspect who had fired a flare gun on the 800 block of N. Burlington Street, he discharged a several rounds around 8:40 p.m., Arlington County police said.

Then, an explosion occurred, police said.

A heavy police presence is expected, and firefighters were working to put out the blaze as of 9:15 p.m. 

This is a developing story. Check back for details.

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