Explosion of fireworks in ocean city makes beachgoers run

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Beach-goers ran for cover on the Fourth of July when a fireworks display exploded early, and police said the explosion occurred as staff prepared for a fireworks display Sunday night. An employee of the fireworks company was slightly injured. Police said no one was hurt. “Our firefighters are on site and will investigate the cause of the unintended discharge,” Ocean City Fire Chief Richie Powers said in a statement posted to Facebook. “Before the fireworks are loaded from the vehicle, fire guards secure a safe area around the fireworks and put other safety protocols in place. It is this area and safety protocols that have prevented anyone else being injured.” Firefighters investigate why fireworks exploded prematurely, Ocean City’s July 4th celebration was canceled after the accident.

Ocean City, Maryland –

Beachgoers ran for cover on the Fourth of July when a fireworks display exploded early.

Police said the explosion occurred as employees were preparing for a fireworks display on Sunday night.

An employee of the fireworks company was slightly injured. Police said no one was hurt.

“Our firefighters are on site and will investigate the cause of the unintended discharge,” Ocean City Fire Chief Richie Powers said in a statement posted to Facebook. “Before the fireworks are loaded from the vehicle, fire guards secure a safe area around the fireworks and put other safety protocols in place. It is this area and safety protocols that have prevented anyone else being injured.”

Firefighters are looking into the cause of the fireworks exploding prematurely.

The Ocean City July 4th celebration was canceled after the incident.

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