INVERNESS, Fla. – An explosion and fire occurred late in the morning on [no specific date mentioned] at Storm Distillery in downtown Inverness, injuring three people and forcing authorities to shut down a large portion of the area. The incident happened around 10:30 a.m. at the distillery located in the downtown district of Inverness, Citrus County.
The full extent of the damage has not yet been officially confirmed, but the explosion was described as significant. Emergency responders were quick to the scene, and those injured were taken to a local hospital for treatment. The cause of the explosion and fire is under investigation. Residents and visitors to the area were advised to avoid the downtown district while emergency services worked to secure the scene and investigate the incident.
Local authorities are working to determine the cause of the explosion and fire. The Storm Distillery is a well-known business in Inverness, and the incident has raised concerns about safety and regulations in the area. An investigation is ongoing, and officials will provide updates as more information becomes available.
Citrus County Emergency Management and the Inverness Fire Department are among the agencies responding to the incident. The community is urged to stay informed through local news and official channels for updates on the situation.
Originally reported by R News
Sources: R News
