No Injuries Reported as Firefighters Contain Blaze
March 14, 2025 – Garden City, MI
Authorities are investigating a house explosion that occurred Thursday evening in Garden City, sending thick black smoke into the air and prompting a swift response from emergency crews.
Explosion Rocks Neighborhood
At approximately 6:20 p.m., Garden City firefighters received reports of a possible house explosion in the 6500 block of Silvio Street. Upon arrival, crews found a single-story home engulfed in flames, with dark smoke pouring from the structure, according to Garden City Fire Chief Randy Keen.
One neighbor informed authorities that a single occupant resided in the home, but after a thorough search, firefighters confirmed that no one was inside at the time of the explosion.
Firefighters worked quickly to bring the fire under control, fully extinguishing the flames and several lingering hot spots by 7:20 p.m.
Investigation Underway
The cause of the explosion remains undetermined as authorities continue their investigation. DTE Energy crews responded to the scene and shut off the home’s gas service as a precaution. However, DTE spokesperson Chris Lamphear declined to speculate on whether a gas leak played a role in the incident, deferring to fire and police officials for further analysis.
“At this time, we’re looking into the cause and origin of the fire because, obviously, homes just don’t explode on their own,” Chief Keen stated.
No Injuries or Structural Damage to Nearby Homes
Fortunately, no injuries were reported among residents or emergency personnel. Chief Keen also confirmed that the explosion did not cause damage to any neighboring homes.
As officials work to determine what triggered the blast, residents in the area remain on alert while authorities urge anyone with relevant information to come forward.