5-Year-Old Dies in Hyperbaric Chamber Explosion at Michigan Medical Facility

The explosion occurred at The Oxford Center in Troy, killing the child and injuring his mother as investigations into the cause continue.

A hyperbaric chamber containing highly pressurized oxygen exploded at The Oxford Center in Troy, Michigan, killing a 5-year-old boy and injuring his mother.
The explosion, which occurred around 8 a.m., caused a fire that was quickly contained to the chamber's room by firefighters on the scene.
Hyperbaric chambers are used for oxygen therapy to treat conditions like decompression sickness, carbon monoxide poisoning, and chronic wounds, but the high oxygen concentration makes them flammable.
Officials have not yet determined the cause of the explosion, and multiple state agencies are investigating the incident and facility safety protocols.
The Oxford Center, which has provided hyperbaric therapy for over 15 years, has suspended operations and pledged full cooperation with ongoing investigations.