Explosion rocks Mt. Vernon Motel

Published 7:18 am Wednesday, September 10, 2014

An explosion and fire was reported this morning at the Mt. Vernon Motel.

MT. VERNON – Reports of a loud explosion and flames and black smoke from the Mt. Vernon Motel on Highway 395 came in around 10:30 a.m.

Emergency responders and an air ambulance were en route, with a report that at least one person was injured.

John Day Dispatch reports that Highway 395 North is closed in Mt. Vernon.

People are advised to stay out of the area. Updates will be made throughout the day as details become available.

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