HUTCHINSON, Kan. — An explosion that injured six people at the Kansas State Fair was caused by a canned food that became too hot when stored near a warming rack, investigators said Wednesday.
The explosion happened Tuesday night at a concession trailer called the Fry Shack. Authorities said two people were hospitalized after the explosion and fire. Both were treated for cuts and released later Tuesday.
Four other people reported injuries but did not seek medical attention.
The cause of the fire was determined by investigators from the Kansas State Fire Marshal’s Office and the Hutchinson Fire Department.
The 10-day state fair attracts about 350,000 people each year. It ends Sunday.
