One Person Killed in Explosion in Jackson County

Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 -- 11:00 AM

(WEAU Staff, WEAU) One person is dead after an explosion at a residence in the Town of Knapp, according to WEAU staff.

According to a press release from the Jackson County’s Sheriff’s Office, On Sunday, Oct. 11 around 9:38 a.m., the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office received a report of an explosion at a residence on Arrow Road. The caller reported a large explosion to an outbuilding at the residence. They also reported a person was trapped inside.

On scene, crews worked to extinguish the fire that began spreading to the nearby woods. An adult male was located dead inside the building. His name is not being released at this time. The case is still under investigation.

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