• St. Paul firefighters are responding to home explosion Friday morning at the intersection of Payne Avenue and Edgerton Street.

The home explosion occurred at 8:34 a.m., according to fire officials.

One person, who was inside at the time, was taken to Regions Hospital. That person's condition is unknown, but he was conscious on the way to the hospital. Firefighters also rescued a cat and dog from the wreckage.

Eight adults from nearby homes have been displaced due to the incident.

Fire officials there is extensive damage to surrounding structures as well. The blast threw debris into trees and the street.

Xcel Energy crews are working to secure the gas and electrical lines.

Investigators are working to determine a cause.

This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.

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