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Multiple people injured after fireworks explosion at New Seabury Golf Course in Mashpee
MASHPEE, MASSACHUSETTS — Multiple individuals have reportedly been injured following a fireworks explosion at the New Seabury Golf Course in Mashpee, according to emergency radio traffic and early reports.
The incident occurred just minutes ago in the golf course’s maintenance area, where a fireworks-related explosion was reported.
Mashpee Fire Department units responded to the scene, where they found several people down with injuries.
Emergency crews have requested an operational channel and additional manpower to assist in the response.
Authorities have not yet released details on the number of injured or the severity of their conditions.
The situation remains active and under investigation.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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11-Year-Old Girl Critically Injured After Being Struck by Ambulance Near SLAM Charter School in Little Havana
MIAMI, FLORIDA — Authorities in Miami are investigating a departmental crash that occurred Friday morning in Little Havana, where an 11-year-old girl was struck by a Miami Fire Rescue ambulance responding to an emergency call with a patient on board.
The incident took place around 542 NW 12th Avenue, near SLAM Miami Charter School and just blocks from LoanDepot Park, according to Miami Police.
Witnesses at the scene reported that the child was crossing the street in a marked crosswalk on her way to school when the ambulance—identified as Rescue 4—approached the intersection with its emergency lights activated.
According to witnesses, the vehicle appeared to be traveling at a high rate of speed en route to the hospital when it struck the girl.
Emergency crews immediately rendered aid, and the victim, who sustained severe traumatic injuries, was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Her current condition has not been released.
In a statement, SLAM Miami Charter School confirmed that the injured child is one of their students and said the school is in contact with the family and providing ongoing support and counseling resources to students and staff affected by the incident.
“It was a shocking scene,” one witness told reporters, describing the moments following the impact as chaotic and emotional.
Miami Police confirmed that an investigation is underway to determine the exact circumstances of the crash.
Authorities have temporarily closed NW 12th Avenue between NW 4th and NW 7th Streets while investigators process the scene.
Motorists are urged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes as the investigation continues.