Explosion Near GM Proving Grounds Damages Homes

An explosion occurred early Tuesday morning at a site near the General Motors (GM) Proving Ground in Brighton, Michigan, involving a tank containing byproducts from oil drilling operations. The explosion damaged two nearby homes but resulted in no injuries, as no one was present at the site at the time. Fire crews quickly responded, using flame-suppressing foam to control the fire, and adjacent tanks were sprayed with water to prevent further incidents. The explosion's force was felt miles away, shattering windows and leaving residents shaken. The site, where the explosion occurred, is leased by a third party and not operated by GM. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the explosion, which involved a mix of natural gas byproducts, water, and combustible liquids.