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Jewelry Store Explosion in Eustis Leaves One Critical
12/5/2025
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Story summary
- A jewelry store in Eustis, Florida, Darklyn Inc., exploded on December 4 during utility work when a natural gas leak was discovered nearby, injuring one person who was airlifted to a hospital in critical condition.
- Fire Chief Michael Swanson said the building had no gas service.
- Evacuations were conducted as a precaution.
- The state fire marshal is investigating the cause.
- Surrounding businesses were allowed to return later that day.
