An under-construction house in Camas sustained minor damage after a small explosion late Thursday evening, according to the Camas-Washougal Fire Department.
A painting contractor was working on the 4300-square foot house nearing the final stages of construction Thursday night.
The contractor was spraying flammable liquids, but had forgotten to turn off the gas fired water heater, according to the fire agency.
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