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Massive Fire at Michigan Industrial Building Causes Explosions, One Fatality

A 19-year-old was killed and a firefighter injured as hundreds of explosions rocked Clinton Township, with officials investigating the illegal storage of canisters.

  • A massive fire at a Michigan industrial building, housing Select Distributors and Goo LLC, caused hundreds of explosions and sent debris flying as far as a mile away.
  • The fire, which began around 8:50 p.m. on Monday in Clinton Township, resulted in the death of a 19-year-old bystander and minor injuries to a firefighter.
  • Officials stated the facility was not permitted to store the butane and nitrous oxide canisters that contributed to the explosions.
  • Investigators are looking into the cause of the fire, with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives involved in the investigation.
  • Residents were urged to stay away from the area, and the air quality was monitored, showing no immediate danger.
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