Hundreds of Explosions and Massive Blaze Rock Detroit Suburb: Here’s the Latest Update.

Monday night in a Detroit suburb was rattled by a series of explosions that echoed for over an hour, sending emergency crews scrambling to contain a massive fire. The incident occurred at a business building housing Select Distributors in Clinton Township, Michigan.

Authorities from Clinton Township Police confirmed evacuations of nearby residents and businesses. Clinton Township is situated approximately 23 miles northeast of downtown Detroit.

Although the fire was brought under control by 11 p.m. on Monday, the aftermath cleanup of the explosions and fire persisted into Tuesday morning.

Here’s a rundown of the key details regarding the fire.

Details of Clinton Township Fire Incident

According to police, the fire and explosions originated in a building occupied by Select Distributors, a supplier known to store nitrous oxide tanks alongside novelty items and general merchandise.

The investigation and management of the situation are actively underway, led by the Clinton Township Fire Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. Clinton Township Police are providing support.

Reports from residents in Macomb Township, Michigan, located up to 10 miles away, describe hearing loud bangs lasting over an hour. The billowing smoke and flames were visible for miles around.

Injuries During Clinton Township Fire Response

During the response to the incident, Clinton Township police reported that a firefighter sustained a minor injury, while a bystander was also injured and subsequently transported to a local hospital for treatment. According to Clinton Township Supervisor Bob Cannon, the firefighter was hurt when an object penetrated the windshield of the fire truck.

Additionally, both a police vehicle and a fire vehicle were struck and damaged by exploding projectile canisters during the course of the incident.

Updates on Air Quality Concerns During Clinton Township Fire

At around 11:15 p.m. on Monday, Cannon reassured the public that the fire was under control, which he considered a positive development. However, he expressed concern about the smoke and particles in the air.

Approximately 30 minutes later, Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel provided preliminary findings from air quality tests, indicating the presence of smoke but no hazardous substances. Testing primarily focused on areas west of Groesbeck due to the wind direction pushing smoke in that direction.

Hackel advised individuals with smoke allergies or respiratory issues to seek shelter or relocate if the smoke was affecting them indoors. He mentioned that the county’s emergency management team was actively involved in air quality monitoring and remained at the scene. Additionally, he stated that dust or particles on the ground would undergo testing if necessary.