STERLING, Va. – After a devastating house explosion in Sterling, a firefighter has been discharged from the burn center and is now back home. Lt. Chris Kerkstra of the Loudoun Career Fire Fighters Association – IAFF Local 3756, was trapped in the basement during the explosion and had to undergo a tunneling operation to be freed. Thankfully, he was able to walk out on his own once a path was cleared for him to exit.
The explosion, which occurred on Silver Ridge Drive, resulted in the tragic death of firefighter Trevor Brown and left 12 people injured, including 10 first responders and two civilians. Lt. Kerkstra’s return home from Washington MedStar was announced through a Facebook post by the Loudoun Career Fire Fighters Association on Wednesday evening. The post also expressed gratitude to the DC Firefighters Burn Foundation and the MedStar ICU staff for their care of Lt. Kerkstra’s wife and the Diamond family.
For anyone interested in more information about Brown’s funeral arrangements, a link was provided in the original article to the associated news. The explosion has deeply impacted the local community, and a video was shared reflecting the support and solidarity shown for those affected by the tragic event.
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The Sterling house explosion has undeniably had a significant impact, not only on the individuals directly involved but also on the broader community. As the recovery process continues and the community rallies together to provide support, it’s essential for individuals to stay informed and connected with relevant news sources.