Immediate Impact
A suspected natural gas leak caused a massive explosion in Orion Township, leveling two condominiums and damaging over a dozen others, resulting in two critically injured and several others with minor injuries.
Firefighters from nine surrounding departments responded to the scene, using drones in a rescue operation to search for potential victims trapped in the debris.
Response and Investigation
Officials evacuated at least 15 condo units, with displaced residents being sheltered in nearby churches. The explosion's cause is under investigation, with preliminary indications pointing to a gas leak.
and DTE are cooperating with first responders to manage the gas-fed fire and assist in the investigation, emphasizing their commitment to community safety.