Brandon Runners in Boston Marathon as Explosion Rocks Race

Boston Police are reporting at least two people died and another 22 were injured after two explosions occurred Monday afternoon near the finish line of the Boston Marathon. 

Video of the incident shows the explosion knocking runners and bystanders to the ground following the blast. 

The Boston Marathon released a statement around 4 p.m. that said, "There were two bombs that exploded near the finish line in today's Boston Marathon. We are working with law enforcement to understand what exactly has happened."

According to the Boston Marathon's website, are 2 runners in this year's race listed Brandon as their hometown. We are working now to find out if they are OK.

If you know someone running in the race and you'd like to call and see if they have checked in with officials or have been injured, you can call (617) 635-4500.

Officials ask anyone with tips or information about what happened to call 1-800-494-T-I-P-S.

If you wish to search for 2013 Boston Marathon runners, click here. 

Follow breaking coverage on the incident from our Patch sites throughout the Boston area.

The American Red Cross Safe and Well site has been activated. 

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