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Two People Injured in Todd County Campfire Explosion

By Derek Sidian Oct 20, 2025 | 7:45 AM

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Cushing, MN – Authorities in Todd County say two people are being treated for serious burns suffered in campfire explosion Saturday night near Cushing.

Sheriff’s officials say 34-year-old Nathaniel Larson was using a gas can to ignite the fire when the container caught fire and exploded. 65-year-old Jody Larson was near the fire and was airlifted to a hospital with severe burns. Nathaniel was taken to a Staples hospital with serious burns to his hands.

Investigators are still looking into the incident.

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