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Garage Explosion Prompts Emergency Response in Minocqua, Wisconsin
Emergency crews in Minocqua, Wisconsin, are responding to a garage explosion that has triggered a MABAS (Mutual Aid Box Alarm System) Box Alarm due to the fire spreading to a nearby residence.
Authorities were alerted to the incident and dispatched multiple fire departments to the scene to contain the rapidly escalating situation.
The explosion originated in a residential garage, with flames extending to the main structure, posing a significant risk of further damage.
Firefighters are actively working to extinguish the blaze and prevent additional spread.
Emergency medical personnel are also on standby to assess any potential injuries.
Officials urge residents to avoid the area to allow first responders to operate efficiently.
Updates on the situation, including potential injuries and the cause of the explosion, will be provided as more information becomes available.
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Multiple Injuries Reported After Passenger Transport Vehicle Strikes Gate at Dulles International Airport
DULLES, Va. — Several passengers were injured Sunday after a mobile lounge, also known as a “People Mover,” collided with a gate at Washington Dulles International Airport, authorities confirmed.
According to the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA), the incident occurred as the People Mover was transporting passengers from an arriving flight to Concourse D. While approaching the docking area, the vehicle reportedly struck the building at an angle, resulting in multiple injuries among those onboard.
Emergency medical personnel from MWAA Fire and Rescue responded promptly to the scene and began assessing the injured passengers.
Officials said several individuals were being evaluated for their injuries, though an exact number and the extent of those injuries have not yet been released.
An airport spokesperson stated that despite the incident, overall airport operations remained normal and no significant service disruptions were reported.
The People Mover vehicles, an iconic feature of Dulles International Airport since its early years, are primarily used to transport passengers between terminals, particularly for international arrivals and departures.
Authorities have not yet disclosed what caused the collision, and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash is ongoing.