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Family of mother, infant killed in Oak Cliff apartment explosion sues Atmos for gross negligence
Summary by Southlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: J.D. Miles , as published by CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The family's attorney alleges that Atmos Energy was negligent in its handling of the situation, which led to the tragic outcome. A lawsuit has been filed against Atmos Energy by the family of a mother and infant who died in an apartment explosion.
A lawsuit has been filed against Atmos Energy by the family of a mother and infant who died in an apartment explosion. The incident occurred in May and also claimed the life of a third person. Prior gas leaks in the area may have contributed to the severity of the explosion.
The explosion happened when workers struck a natural gas line near the apartment building. Further details about the lawsuit and the incident are available from CBS Texas. The family's attorney alleges that Atmos Energy was negligent in its handling of the situation, which led to the tragic outcome.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
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