ATLANTA — Authorities responded to a gas explosion and fire in Downtown Atlanta on Tuesday night at an apartment building under renovation, according to Atlanta Fire Rescue. One person has been taken to the hospital.

The massive scene was in the 400 block of Markham Street SW at the Northside Plaza Apartments. This is not far from Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Firefighters said there was a gas explosion in the C building. Photos show the damage. The top of one of the buildings appears to have been blown off. Credit: WXIA

"Units responded. We quickly discovered a three-story apartment building that was vacant under renovation had a gas explosion," said Atlanta Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Michael Roman. "The cause of the explosion is under investigation."

The fire has been put out.

While no

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