There have been two explosions near the Mandarin hotel in Boston, and nearly 100 people have been injured. At the final line of the Boston marathon, two explosions occurred during the race. Many victims have lost limbs, and two people have been reported dead. Copley Square in downtown Boston was the scene of the crime. There are currently no flights going in or out of Boston.
What Caused The Explosions At The Race?
It is believed that the bombs had been placed in garbage cans, and 100 people have been reported injured by The Boston Globe. They are reporting that two have been killed.
it has been reported that two bombs exploded near the finish line in today’s Boston Marathon. law enforcement are working to understand what exactly has happened,” wrote The Boston Marathon on their Facebook page.
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Witnesses Tweet Horrific Scene Of Boston Marathon Explosion
“I saw people’s legs blown off. Horrific. Two explosions. Runners were coming in and saw unspeakable horror,” tweeted NECN reporter Jackie Bruno.
“We were so close it was scary. Felt the force of the explosion. People were fleeing and victims were scattered.”
The victims are being taken to Massachusetts General Hospital, and there are up to 30 ambulances on the scene.
How horrifying.
Terrorist Attack?
UPDATE: Boston Police think that this was an act of terrorism. CNN called the tragedy a “well planned event.”
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