LEWISVILLE, Texas (AP) - An apparent house explosion in North Texas has destroyed the structure and scattered debris throughout the neighborhood.

Authorities are trying to determine what led to the blast early Friday afternoon in Lewisville, about 20 miles northwest of Dallas.

Lewisville Fire Department officials did not immediately return messages to The Associated Press. Further details weren't immediately available on whether anyone has been hurt or who owns the home.

Nearby streets were closed as a precaution as firefighters sprayed water on the smoldering debris.

Further details were not immediately available.

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