On Sunday, August 27th at approximately 10:33am, Fillmore Fire Department received multiple calls about an explosion in the 700 block of Balden Lane. Firefighters responded, locating the homeowners outside and one individual who was showing signs of exposure. Upon evaluation the individual advised first responders that he was in the kitchen mixing his pool chemicals when it caused a small explosion. He was immediately hosed off and transported to a local hospital for treatment. The firefighters confirmed that the chemicals were secured in the bucket and no further risk existed. Firefighters were decontaminated for precautionary reasons, but there was no risk to the environment or the surrounding area. Photos Courtesy Fillmore Fire Department.