Mainers Rally Around Civic Leader Hurt In An Explosion

The man who was critically injured on Thanksgiving when his home exploded is the President of the Waterville Rotary.

Oakland, Maine, Man Critically Injured in a House Explosion on Thanksgiving

Cliff Hannon, 66, remains hospitalized after an explosion on Thanksgiving destroyed his Oakland home. Hannon was alone in the house when the blast happened at around 3:00 p.m. on Thursday.

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According to the Waterville Sunrise Rotary, Hannon is in critical care, with burns to 45% of his body.

Investigators with the State Fire Marshal's Office say the cause of the explosion was likely a propane leak. They're looking into propane-powered appliances, since it doesn't appear to have been an issue with the main propane tanks.

The house was destroyed, and neighboring houses sustained some damage, as well.

Waterville, Maine, Rotary Club Rallies Around Its President, Hurt in a House Explosion

Now, the Waterville Sunrise Rotary seeks the community's help for Hannon's family as they help him navigate his recovery.

A post on the Rotary's Facebook page describes how the other members feel about their leader.

Cliff embodies the very spirit of Rotary - always the first to lend a hand and serve his community. Now, he and his family need our strength and support as they face a long road to healing.

 

Waterville, Maine, Rotary Asks for the Community's Support for a Member's Recovery

There are several ways that people can offer support for the Hannon family:

The Waterville Sunrise Rotary has set up a Venmo account in the name 'Hannon Family,' with all the funds to be given directly to Cliff's loved ones.

Donations by check can be mailed to:

Waterville Sunrise Rotary

P.O. Box 1763

Waterville, ME 04903

Residents can also send cards of encouragement, well wishes, and positive thoughts to that address, and they will be delivered, as well.

Our thoughts are with the Hannon family.