Garbage truck explosion in Ohio sparks police investigation

A garbage truck explosion in Whitehall, Ohio, has prompted a police investigation. The incident occurred when workers loaded trash containing an illegally placed oxygen tank into the truck. Video footage shows the explosion, which caused a fire that workers extinguished before calling 911. One worker reported hearing loss from the blast. Debris was scattered across the roadway, and the city emphasized the importance of proper disposal of hazardous materials. They shared resources for safe handling and storage of such items.