Crime & Safety
Explosions at Boston Marathon Finish Line
Initial reports have dozens of people severely injured by the blast.

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Dozens of people were injured by two explosions near the Boston marathon finish line. There are multiple reports of victims with missing limbs, bloodied heads and other extremely serious injuries. WBZ4 reported at least a dozen victims with "grave injuries."
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency confirms there were explosions but has not released any further details. Public Safety blogger Alert New England reported that all ambulances in the area were diverted to the scene.
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Jennifer Curro was right next to the prudential center when she said she heard two explosions
"It was the loudest thing I've ever heard it stopped us in our tracks," she said.
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