Gas Explosion Suspected in Lake Orion, Michigan

LAKE ORION, Mich. — A suspected gas explosion rocked the Lake Orion area on Tuesday evening, prompting a significant response from local emergency services. The incident reportedly occurred around 6:30 p.m. on November 19th in the Keatington New Town Association, a condo complex situated between Waldon and Baldwin Roads.

Residents in the vicinity reported hearing a loud explosion, with subsequent visuals showing smoke and potentially severe fire damage. Footage shared by witnesses depicts a considerable fire engulfing buildings, as multiple fire trucks and police vehicles are visibly active at the scene.

Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard confirmed that his office, alongside various fire departments, responded promptly to the area. In a statement released via social media, he indicated that the explosion might have been caused by a gas leak. «We urge people to stay away from the area as we determine what occurred and work with the fire department,» Sheriff Bouchard stated, emphasizing public safety concerns.

The sheriff’s office, however, did not immediately confirm the exact location within the condo complex where the explosion originated. No details regarding potential injuries or the extent of the damage were immediately available.

Local news outlets, including WWJ Newsradio 950, and television station WDIV Local 4, have dispatched crews to provide ongoing coverage of the situation. Both are poised to offer updates as additional information comes to light.