Tag: Explosions
1 dead, 2 injured in Philadelphia explosion that damaged several homes
PHILADELPHIA — One person died and two others were injured after an explosion damaged several homes on Philadelphia’s north side early Sunday, according to authorities. Firefighters responded to a report of an explosion just before 5 a.m., according to the Philadelphia Fire Department. Daniel McCarty, the department’s executive officer, said there was extensive damage to…
More than 1 million power banks recalled after some consumers report fires
NEW YORK — More than 1.15 million power banks are under recall across the U.S. after some fires and explosions were reported by consumers. According to a Thursday notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, electronics maker Anker Innovations is recalling certain “PowerCore 10000” power banks because the lithium-ion battery inside can overheat. An…
A parking structure is on fire in downtown Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A fire broke out in a parking structure of Nashville’s main public library early Tuesday, sending a large plume of smoke into the air downtown. A nearby witness heard explosions from the structure but there were no immediate reports of injuries. Eli Gilmore, a Nashville musician who lives in the apartment building…