Home explodes in Woodstock; residents ordered to shelter in place

Smoke can be seen in Woodstock after a home exploded Monday afternoon. Gas crews had been working in the area and natural gas flow shut off before the work was performed, Nicor said. (Jeffrey McDermand)

An explosion rocked northwest suburban Woodstock on Monday afternoon.

Streets were closed and residents were told to shelter in place after an explosion at a home, according to Woodstock fire officials.