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Explosion Near Palm Springs Fertility Clinic Leaves Area Devastated

Authorities investigate potential causes, including terrorism, as reports of fatalities and injuries remain unconfirmed.

Public safety officials on the scene of an apparent explosion in downtown Palm Springs on Saturday, May 17, 2025.
A car explosion was reported near Desert Regional Hospital in Palm Springs, California.
An explosionw was heard in Palm Springs
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Overview

  • A powerful explosion occurred around 11 a.m. outside the American Reproductive Centers fertility clinic near Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs.
  • The blast shattered windows across multiple nearby buildings and scattered debris, with witnesses reporting the impact felt miles away.
  • Unconfirmed reports suggest at least one fatality and several injuries, while graphic images of apparent human remains have circulated online.
  • Officials, including Lt. William Hutchinson, have not ruled out terrorism as a possible cause, though the exact reason for the explosion remains undetermined.
  • Local police and fire departments have secured the area, urging residents to avoid the vicinity as investigations and emergency response efforts continue.