LEWISTON, Idaho — One person is dead after an explosion Saturday morning in the parking lot of an Old Navy in Lewiston.

"At this time, there is no indication the incident is criminal in nature," said Lewiston Fire Marshal Julian Sorrell, who is leading the investigation.

There is no immediate threat to the public. Police are asking people to avoid the area to allow emergency crews and investigators to work safely.

The explosion involved a U-Haul truck and damaged nearby businesses, including Old Navy, the Courtyard Marriott and other nearby areas.

Investigators report the U-Haul was carrying flammable items like gasoline and propane tanks.

The Lewiston Fire Department, Lewiston Police Department, Idaho State Police, the City of Lewiston Streets Division and Nez Perce County are all in

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