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It is unclear whether the explosion was caused by a manufacturing defect or user error.
A woman has died and nine others were injured after a firecracker exploded in a home late Monday night, police say.
The explosion occurred at a home in Park Township, Michigan, near the intersection of Main Street and N. 160th Avenue, at about 11 p.m., according to ABC News’ Grand Rapids affiliate station WZZM.
It’s unclear whether the explosion was caused by a manufacturing defect or user error, but an Ottowa County Sheriff’s Office lieutenant said WZZM on the scene that a 43-year-old woman had died in the accident in Holland, Michigan, which is about 30 miles west of Grand Rapids and nestled on the east side of Lake Michigan.
Fireworks explode over the harbor during Boston Harborfest’s Fourth of July weekend celebrations, Saturday, July 1, 2023, in Boston.
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Nine others were injured in the blast and taken to hospital. The condition of the victims ranged from minor to critical, the Ottowa County sheriff said. WZZM.
According to WZZM, several nearby homes and vehicles were also damaged by the blast.
This is an evolving story. Check back later for updates.
