12 Injured, 12 Rescued in Detroit Apartment Explosion

Early Monday morning, around 4 a.m., an explosion and fire occurred at an apartment complex on Littlefield Street in Detroit, resulting in multiple injuries. Fire Commissioner Chuck Simms reported that 12 individuals, including six adults and six children, were rescued from the building, with several suffering severe burns; notably, a 30-year-old man sustained burns over 90% of his body. Firefighters were praised for their quick response, which prevented further casualties, as they rescued people who were trying to escape from windows. A total of seven people, including five children, were hospitalized, with the condition of the victims varying. The cause of the explosion and fire remains under investigation as crews work to stabilize the building. Local officials confirmed that all residents have been accounted for and rescued from the incident.