On Thursday morning, an explosion and fire in Chandler sent four people to the hospital. The explosion happened near Ray and Rural roads shortly after 9:30 a.m.
The Chandler Fire Department says all four victims are in serious to critical condition.
I am very proud and extremely grateful for the professional response to a highly complex incident this morning. Firefighters and police officers from around the valley worked together to bring this incident under control. Please keep the patients from this scene in your prayers. pic.twitter.com/pEWjQSaCqm
— Chief Tom Dwiggins (@Chief_Dwiggins) August 26, 2021
The incident occurred at Platinum Printing. The roof collapsed and debris from the explosion was found up to 100 yards away.
Businesses on the northeast corner of Ray and Rural were evacuated “out of an abundance of caution.”
Nearby homes were evacuated as well.
In total, 20 to 30 homes along with 15 businesses were evacuated, according to Chandler Fire.