Clinton Township, Michigan – Firefighters in Clinton Township have been working tirelessly to suppress the flames resulting from an explosion that occurred on Monday. The incident, which took place at the building housing Goo and Select Distributors at 15 Mile and Groesbeck, caused canisters of nitrous oxide and butane to explode, resulting in a massive firefighting effort.

According to Clinton Township Fire Chief Tim Duncan, approximately 1.3 million gallons of water were used on the night of the explosions. Despite no additional explosions in recent days, the potential for more remains as debris from the building continues to smolder.

Structural steel must be removed from the pile before all remaining hot spots can be fully extinguished, a process that will require skilled equipment operators working under challenging circumstances. The chief noted that rain expected over the weekend should help suppress the fire but emphasized that complete extinguishment may not be possible until the steel is cleared.

The removal of the steel will not commence until an investigative team is formed, with Clinton Township Fire Marshal Chuck Champagne stating that the team will be assembled to begin the investigation next week. Safety remains a top priority, with city supervisor Bob Cannon emphasizing that entering the area will only occur once it is deemed safe.

The investigation process following the explosion may be lengthy, as crews may have to repeatedly remove steel, extinguish fires, and wait for cooling before proceeding. Despite the challenges, authorities urge residents to stay away from the site, emphasizing the dangerous nature of the debris.

In light of ongoing safety concerns, authorities have issued a warning against touching any canisters found in the area and instead encouraged residents to report such findings to the city’s contact center. This precautionary measure aims to prevent any potential hazards that may still be present at the site.