Rochester, Michigan – Multiple individuals suffered injuries in a devastating explosion that rocked downtown Rochester on Saturday. The incident, attributed to a propane tank catching fire near a restaurant on Main Street, left a trail of destruction in its wake.
According to reports from the Rochester Police Michigan, five patients, including children, were rushed to local hospitals for treatment, while two others received medical attention on-site and were later discharged. Concerns loom over the condition of the five victims amid the ongoing investigation into the explosion.
Videos from the scene capture the chaos and heroism as civilians sprang into action to aid the injured before official responders arrived. One particularly disturbing clip shows the quick thinking of individuals applying a tourniquet to a man’s injured leg amidst the chaos.
Mark Mendola, the proprietor of D’Marcos Restaurant, recounted how the explosion jolted everyone within the vicinity. Residents reported lingering gas odors following the explosion, prompting authorities to advise the public to steer clear of the affected area. Main Street has been cordoned off between Fourth and University as investigations delve into the cause of the blast.
Communications from the Rochester Police Michigan shed light on the incident, indicating that a propane tank outside a business on Main Street erupted in flames, resulting in injuries to multiple individuals. The authorities clarified that the explosion appears to have been accidental, but a thorough probe is essential before the area can be deemed safe for public access.