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Omaha Public Schools employee injured in propane tank explosion

Posted at 4:50 PM, Jun 05, 2023
and last updated 2023-06-05 17:50:26-04

OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — An employee for Omaha Public Schools was taken to the hospital after a propane accident on Monday.

The incident occurred at the Mills Building near 30th and Taylor Street. It is where the district stores supplies, furniture and some equipment.

A forklift worker apparently pierced a propane tank and the explosion sent a man to the hospital in serious condition.

OPS says it will provide support as needed to the worker and their family.

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