ETNA GREEN – An Etna Green home is a total loss after a Wednesday gas explosion. Fire crews from Etna Green and Mentone responded to the call at 345 N. Ind. 19 shortly after 10 a.m. Wednesday. “The homeowner reported a leaking gas stove,” said Mike Yazel, Mentone fire chief. “He went outside to shut off the gas, and as he did the stove exploded inside. He’s really lucky to be alive.” Kenneth Holloway was the only person home and was not injured. A full assist was provided by Burket Fire Department with tankers from Tippecanoe and Atwood fire departments. The Kosciusko County chapter of the American Red Cross is providing assistance to Holloway and any aide can be arranged by calling the chapter at 574-267-5244.
