Havens' investigation reported that the fireball resulted from the explosion of a liquefied petroleum gas tank stored within the compound, according to the release. Havens reported that the size and shape of the fireball was consistent with that of a petroleum gas tank, and exploded because of the heat of the fire already in progress in the compound. By creating computer models of the building, including rooms, hallways and stairwells, Havens was able to decipher possible accumulations of tear gas that may have fueled the fire and explosion. Havens also took into consideration the puncture holes in the complex, which created a wind-driven ventilation system for the tear gas. In his final report to the Office of Special Counsel, Havens determined the gas accumulations were too small to contribute to the spread of the fire.
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