The City of South Jordan is reaffirming its commitment to neighborhood safety following a devastating natural gas explosion on Nov. 6 that resulted in the tragic death of a 15-year-old resident.

Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene at 10593 S. 3210 West at approximately 3 p.m. when a gas leak triggered a violent explosion, sparking a 2-alarm fire that caused significant damage to the home. Despite the tireless efforts of fire crews from across the Salt Lake Valley, the explosion claimed the life of Bingham High School student Logan Hansen. Nearby homes sustained only minor damage and were evacuated as a precaution.

The National Transportation Safety Board took the lead in investigating the cause of the gas leak, with support from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the Utah State Fire Marshal’s Office and local fire authorities. Investigators are focusing on the source of the leak and how it led to the explosion.

As part of its ongoing commitment to community safety, the City of South Jordan has provided resources to residents, encouraging them to stay vigilant and follow safety tips offered by natural gas professionals. The city is also recommending the installation of natural gas alarms or detectors — technology designed to identify leaks early and provide an added layer of security.

South Jordan City officials said they are grateful for the support of agencies, first responders and organizations like the Red Cross, which provided much-needed sustenance for our firefighters. They also acknowledged the Jordan School District for offering counseling services to those affected by this tragedy.

Search efforts have now concluded, and investigators are continuing to work at the scene, hoping to uncover more details about the incident. The City of South Jordan remains dedicated to supporting its residents and ensuring the safety of the community moving forward.

South Jordan City recently released another statement after the National Transportation Safety Board provided additional information after its preliminary report indicated a natural gas leak from a transmission pipeline contributed to the event. 

“We know this news may raise questions and concerns about the safety of the transmission lines in our community and how it may relate to your own home and we want residents to feel safe,” the city wrote in its statement. “Our public safety team is working closely with residents in the immediately affected neighborhood to share information and provide some additional testing.”

The city highlighted several steps residents can take to feel more secure in their home including installing natural gas detectors, explore safety resources from Enbridge and reporting concerns.