The 19-year-old man killed in the Clinton Township explosions has been identified as Turner Lee Salter, who died from blunt force trauma to the head. The explosions at a vape supply facility shot debris as far as two miles away, injuring a firefighter and causing extensive damage. Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosions, which involved the illegal storage of canisters containing butane, nitrous oxide, and lighter fluid. Salter, described as a kind and dependable person, will be remembered at a funeral service on Friday.
A 19-year-old died after being hit by a flying object from fiery explosions at a vape distributor in Clinton Township, Detroit. The explosions and fire at Select Distributors caused debris and gas canisters to rain down, with residents up to 10 miles away reporting loud bangs. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but it's believed that canisters may have been responsible. The hazmat team concluded the air quality was safe, and power outages in the area were being addressed.
A teenager was killed and a firefighter hospitalized after a series of explosions at a Clinton Township facility in Macomb County, Michigan. The explosions, caused by stored butane, nitrous oxide, and lighter fluid, launched debris across a wide area, including jagged metal containers and Batman-themed knives. Officials are investigating the illegal storage of combustible materials in the building, and residents are warned not to touch any debris due to potential remaining gases. The water in the area remains safe to drink, and further updates are expected.
A massive fire and explosions at a smoke shop in Clinton Township resulted in the death of a teenager and injury to a firefighter. Officials stated that the building was not supposed to have butane and nitrous oxide tanks, and the presence of these materials was illegal and dangerous. The investigation is ongoing, and officials are working to assess the damage and ensure the safety of the air and water in the area.
A massive fire at Select Distributors in Clinton Township resulted in continuous explosions, causing a 19-year-old bystander to be fatally struck by a projectile, possibly a tank, while at a nearby car wash. The teen died around 4 a.m., and a firefighter sustained minor injuries. The fire started at 9 p.m. and led to loud explosions heard from miles away, with debris projected into the air. Authorities urged residents to avoid the area, and investigations are ongoing.
A massive fire engulfed a building in Clinton Township, with explosions caused by butane, nitrous, and lighter fluid from a company that supplies the vaping industry. The fire chief explained that the building contained over 100,000 vape pens and had recently received a truckload of butane, contributing to the explosions. Authorities are investigating the legality of the materials and believe propane was not a major factor in the fire.
A man was killed by a flying canister from explosions at a Clinton Township building, despite being 1/4 mile away, while shrapnel flew as far as a mile in all directions. The building, housing Goo and Select Distributors, caught fire and exploded due to materials inside, including nitrous gas and butane. The explosions caused significant damage to fire vehicles and injured a firefighter. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the fire department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.
A fire and multiple explosions at Select Distributors in Clinton Township, Michigan, destroyed a building and sent large pieces of metal flying, with witnesses describing the blasts as incredibly loud. The company, a wholesale supplier of vapes, CBD products, and more, may have had nitrous oxide tanks that caused the initial fire. Two people were injured, with one person killed, and the Clinton Township Fire Department and ATF are investigating the incident.
A massive industrial fire at a facility in Michigan's Clinton Township sparked hundreds of explosions, sending debris and canisters flying for about a mile and raising air quality concerns. The fire, which broke out at a company housing nitrous oxide tanks and other items, resulted in the death of a 19-year-old who was struck by a projectile from the explosion. Emergency responders evacuated residents and businesses in the area, and air quality tests indicated the presence of smoke but nothing hazardous. The cause of the fire remains unclear.
A massive fire at a warehouse in suburban Detroit caused explosions and debris to rain down as far as a mile away, prompting warnings from police for residents to stay indoors. The fire, which occurred at a business known to stock combustible materials, was under control by early Tuesday, but the potential health effects were unknown. One firefighter was injured, and a bystander received minor injuries. The building was almost completely burned down, and emergency services were on the scene through the early hours of Tuesday.
A fire at a building in Clinton Township, Michigan, caused multiple explosions, injuring at least two people and sending debris into the air, with some pieces falling as far as a mile away. The business, Select Distributors, is known to stock combustible materials, and authorities are concerned about potential health effects. The fire has been contained, but the air quality is being tested. The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the local fire department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Multiple explosions occurred at a wholesaler building in Clinton Township, caused by nitrogen tanks sold by Select Distributors, leading to a fire that spread to surrounding buildings. One firefighter sustained minor injuries, and air quality concerns have arisen due to debris falling over the area. First responders are still at the scene, attempting to extinguish the fire, and the air quality of affected cities will be tested. Additionally, a shooting took place in the area shortly after the explosions, and one person with a handgun was arrested nearby.
A massive industrial fire broke out in Clinton Township, causing explosions and sending debris as far as a mile away, with more than a dozen emergency crews working to extinguish the blaze. Residents were urged to avoid the area, and authorities emphasized the danger, urging people to stay inside and out of the vicinity. The cause of the fire and its effects were not immediately known, and the situation is still developing.
A massive fire engulfed a distribution plant in Macomb County's Clinton Township, with several videos capturing the blaze from different angles. Residents reported hearing an explosion before the fire broke out, and officials have advised people to avoid the area. The impact of the fire is being felt as far as Mt. Clemens.
A massive fire broke out at a distribution plant in Macomb County, prompting officials to urge people to avoid the area of 15 Mile Road and Groesbeck Highway in Clinton Township. Live aerial footage of the fire is available, and residents reported hearing an explosion before the flames were seen. The impact of the fire is being felt at least as far as Mt. Clemens.
