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Final Gas Explosion Victim Released From Hospital

by KREX News Room
by Danielle Kreutter

Story Created: Mar 22, 2013 at 9:05 PM MDT

Story Updated: Mar 22, 2013 at 10:18 PM MDT

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. - Casey Zabel, 19, the third victim who was inside the home that exploded on Tuesday, was released from the hospital Thursday night.

Casey's father, Troy, tells NewsChannel 5 that Casey did not suffer any internal injuries but does have extensive second and third degree burns over his arms and hands.

He says Casey's entire face and hair was also burnt severely during the explosion.

Every day for the next several week Casey will be returning to the hospital for burn treatment.

His family says they are extremely grateful for the support of the community and their number one priority for now is to focus on Casey's health.

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