It is unclear whether the explosion was caused by a manufacturing defect or user error.
One woman was killed and nine others were injured after a firework exploded at a home Monday night, police said.
The explosion occurred at a home in Park Township, Michigan, near the intersection of Main Street and N. 160th Avenue, at approximately 11 p.m., according to reports. 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 at the scene that a 43-year-old woman had died in the crash in Holland, Michigan, which is about 30 miles west of Grand Rapids and is on the east side of Lake Michigan.
Fireworks explode over the harbor during the Boston Harborfest 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 with victims in condition ranging from minor to critical, the Ottowa County Sheriff’s Office said. WZZM.
Several nearby homes and vehicles were also damaged in the blast, according to WZZM.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
