Details of the Incident

The incident took place in a 12-unit apartment building located on Littlefield Street, just after 4 a.m. As the explosion reverberated through the neighborhood, residents were reported to be in a state of panic. Emergency responders found some individuals trying to escape from second-story windows, which they safely facilitated.

Injuries Reported

Among the injured, a 30-year-old man, a 27-year-old woman, and a 3-year-old child are currently hospitalized in critical condition due to severe burns. Fire officials indicated that the rapid action by rescue teams prevented an even greater loss of life and injury.

Possible Causes and Rescue Operations

While the exact cause of the explosion remains under investigation, speculation suggests a potential gas leak as a contributing factor. All residents were confirmed to be accounted for, aided by advanced thermal imaging technology from drones.

Building Status and Community Response

In the aftermath of the explosion, demolition crews are assessing the stability of the remaining structure, although it has been deemed likely that the building will need to be demolished entirely.

Adding to the chaos, a Wireless Emergency Alert was disseminated to residents across the metro Detroit area at around 6 a.m., initially intended for localized alerts regarding dangerous weather and other emergencies. This lead to confusion among families in suburban areas who received alerts unrelated to them.

Official Statements and Investigation

#BREAKING 🚨 Chaos on Detroit’s west side—an explosion and fire ripped through an apartment complex on Littlefield Street near Schoolcraft early this morning. Twelve people rescued—six adults, six kids. A 27-year-old woman and a 3-year-old are fighting for their lives with burns.… pic.twitter.com/sOfeTJ665Y