WATCH ABOVE: Fire Marshal provides update into investigation of Scarborough house explosion
Investigators are continuing their search at the scene of Monday’s Scarborough house explosion that killed a 57-year-old man.
Wayne Romaine of the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office says nine homes are still affected by the blast. He says damage to neighbouring houses varies and the extent at each individual unit will determine how long it will take for families return to their homes.
“Some might be cosmetic, some might be more severe,” said Romaine. “Obviously they have been exposed to a tremendous shock from this explosion.”
For now, Romaine says fire fighters are trying to help find personal effects for the people who have been displaced from their homes.
ABOVE: Fire Marshal says investigation into house explosion will run ‘at least’ until Saturday
Investigators also say they still have not been able to determine the exact cause of the explosion. Romaine said Tuesday the blast was gas related but the exact type of fuel remains unknown.
Authorities say the body of the victim, identified as Paul Zigomanis, was found at the rear of the house.
Romaine says an autopsy has been done on Zigomanis.
“The occupant and, or, victim in this explosion has died as a result of explosion related injuries.
Romaine says the investigation at the scene will continue until at least Saturday.
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