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Marijuana Extraction Lab Explosion At Adelanto Home Sends Man To Hospital; 2nd Man Arrested

ADELANTO (CBSLA.com) — Authorities say an explosion at home in San Bernardino County sent one man to the hospital with second-degree burns, and led to the arrest of a second man.

The incident unfolded Friday evening at a home in the 10500 block of Teakwood Way in Adelanto.

It was there that authorities say deputies were dispatched following a report of an explosion and fire.

When they arrived, they say a majority of the home had been destroyed - the result of a THC extraction lab, authorities said.

Officials say authorities had seized evidence they allege relate to the lab, including 11 pounds of marijuana, concentrated cannabis, assault rifles, and a handgun.

One of the suspects - identified as Chance Jones - sustained second-degree burns. He was taken to a trauma center. The second suspect - identified as Clarence Jones - was arrested and subsequently booked.

Officials said their investigation is ongoing.

No further information was immediately available.

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