Lake Orion Condo Explosion: Crews Battle Huge Fire In Michigan| Videos

First responders tackled a massive fire in Lake Orion, Michigan, after a possible gas explosion on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 19 near the Keatington New Town Association, a condo complex in the vicinity of Waldon and Baldwin Roads.

ORION TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WXYZ) — Rescue crews are on the scene of a large explosion at a condo complex in Orion Township. People are being asked to avoid the area.

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The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office reported that crews were dispatched to investigate. Authorities did not immediately confirm if the explosion originated within the condo complex. The blast prompted emergency responders to seal off Waldon Road between Joslyn and Baldwin Roads. The public was urged to avoid the area as investigations continued.

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Blast Likely Caused by Gas ExplosionInitial reports from the sheriff's office suggested that a gas leak may have been the source of the explosion. But as of Tuesday evening, the reason was still being investigated. Information about possible casualties was not immediately released by authorities. Investigators are trying to figure out what caused the explosion and evaluate the structural damage. Residents Describe the Moment of ImpactResidents of the area described the harrowing blast. While using her computer, one of the neighbors reported hearing a loud "boom" She claimed, "Everything popped off the walls," and that when she hurried outdoors, she saw a corner apartment in the complex engulfed in flames. The resident checked on the elderly folks close as soon as she heard neighbors yelling. She made sure they were secure, got the necessary paperwork, and walked out. Emergency Response CommendedWitnesses said that the issue was handled quickly. Within minutes of the explosion, many fire vehicles reached the area. From a distance, the flames could be seen, and crews attempted to contain them. Firefighters were fighting the fire amidst the debris as footage from the area showed massive smoke plumes rising over the complex. Late into the evening, emergency personnel stayed on the scene to secure the area and put out the fire. Ongoing Investigation and Public SafetyAuthorities were evaluating the damage and looking into the explosion's possible causes. It was anticipated that structural experts and fire investigators would go through the rubble to look for signs of a gas leak or other causes. The sheriff's staff emphasized how crucial it is to avoid the area. Additionally, they asked locals to report any odd gas smells or associated issues.