Several Homes Destroyed, People Missing After Fatal Gas Explosion In Kentucky

Authorities say a massive gas pipeline explosion has rocked Lincoln County, Kentucky early Thursday morning, killing at least one female, injuring five and leaving several unaccounted for.

The explosion happened just before 2 a.m. in the area of Bowens Loop Road in the Moreland community about an hour south of Lexington.

The fire was out by 7:15 a.m. At 8 a.m., officials said 5-7 people were still unaccounted for and the debris was still too hot to search.

Officials estimate six mobile homes were destroyed.

Troopers described the scene as otherworldly -- the area is completely void of grass and vegetation.