Explosion at Fremont home, site of possible drug lab, leaves one in critical condition

FREMONT – A possible drug lab was found inside a Fremont home where an explosion Tuesday left a person hospitalized in critical condition, according to police.

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Police said the explosion happened around 9:30 a.m. in the 37000 block of Waverly Terrace, a residential area of single-family homes and apartments near Thorton Avenue.

The occupants left the home prior to the arrival of first responders, according to police.

One person later checked into a hospital and was listed in critical condition, police said.

Surrounding residences were evacuated while authorities worked to determine the cause of the explosion.

An initial investigation revealed a possible drug lab within the home, according to police. Detectives with the major crimes task force remained at the scene Tuesday afternoon.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.