New River & Greenbrier Valley WV

Belpre apartment explosion and fire remains under investigation after weekend response

News and Sentinel | Parkersburg

May 19, 2026

BELPRE - The cause of a Saturday afternoon apartment fire and explosion in Belpre remains under investigation. Belpre Fire Capt. Bill Matheny said city officials are still waiting…

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