COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Kelton House Museum & Garden will remain closed until further notice as staff members assess the damage caused by an explosion on Monday.

More than 100 firefighters responded to the museum on Monday afternoon after a natural gas leak led to an explosion.

Columbus Division of Fire Assistant Chief Mike Secrist described the explosion as “catastrophic,” saying that several structures behind the main Kelton House were “completely leveled.” He said the main building was also showing signs of possible collapse.

Firefighters were able to enter the Kelton House several hours afterward to retrieve a number of historical artifacts that were on display.

The Kelton House Museum, located in the Discovery District, is a 19th-century home that serves as both a museum and educat

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