The explosion was reported just before 9:30 p.m. in the 12700 block of West Archwood Street.
The Los Angeles Fire Department say it appears a large explosion occurred at the one-story, single-family home, although there were no actives flames when firefighters showed up.
A man was brought to a local hospital with critical burn injuries. A second person was pulled from the debris and was talking to firefighters at the scene.
The fire department says firefighters are working to shut off a gas leak they detected in the air and the gas company is also sending assistance.
It's still unknown if there was anyone else in the home at the time of the explosion.
A witness who was driving by the area recalled hearing the explosion.
"We were in the car a few streets down and we just heard this big, loud explosion," she said. "I thought it was a firework or a gun shot."
She drove closer and came upon a stunning scene.
"We saw the whole ceiling blew off and it smelled like gas," she said. "I figured it was a gas leak. The firefighters got here quickly."
DEVELOPING: This story will be updated as more details become available.
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