CASS COUNTY, Mich. — A tragic explosion at a petroleum pumping station in Cass County, Michigan has resulted in the death of one person and left another injured. The incident took place at a oil pumping station owned by Trak Oil in the rural area of Cassopolis.
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office reported that 71-year-old Charles Lawrence of Lakefort died in the blast, while 38-year-old Kevin Lawrence of Osceola is expected to recover from his injuries. The explosion occurred just before 4pm, shocking neighbors in the area who had never experienced anything like it before.
Witnesses described the explosion as loud and powerful, with one resident recalling the way it shook their entire house. When emergency responders arrived on the scene, they found massive flames and thick smoke, along with the survivor, Kevin Lawrence, covered in oil.
Despite the efforts of Kevin Lawrence to save Charles Lawrence, the sudden blast had already taken his life. The tragedy has left the typically quiet area reeling, with neighbors expressing their shock and condolences for the families affected.
The cause of the explosion remains under investigation, as authorities work to determine what led to the tragic incident. The impact of the explosion was so powerful that even people miles away reported feeling the intense boom.
The community is now coming to terms with the unfortunate situation, hoping for answers and sending their thoughts and prayers to those affected by the devastating event.