A powerful explosion rocked the Port of Miami on Friday night when a vehicle inside a shipping container caught fire at a cargo terminal for reasons that remain unknown.
There were no injuries as a result of the incident, which occurred around 11:30 p.m. (local time), as confirmed in statements to the local press by the Miami-Dade Fire Department, which responded to extinguish the flames.
Several videos shared on social media showed the flames and firefighters working to contain the fire.
Witnesses described the sound as a startling explosion. "We heard a thud that resonated in our chests. It was so unexpected that we didn't know where it was coming from. For a while, there was no smoke or anything," explained Ty Davis, who was on the Rickenbacker Causeway, in statements collected by Telemundo 51.
"The way the sound reverberated through the dock, I felt it from my chest to my feet. I had never heard anything so loud here," he added.
He also stated that he heard more loud noises after the first explosion, which caused greater concern.
The explosion was so loud that residents of nearby apartments told CBS News Miami that they felt their homes shake at the moment of the blast.
Authorities are investigating the causes of the incident. As of the closure of this report, no further information is available.
Frequently Asked Questions about the explosion at the Port of Miami
What happened at the port of Miami?
A strong explosion occurred at the port of Miami when a vehicle inside a shipping container caught fire.
What is known about the cause of the explosion?
So far, the causes of the explosion are unknown, and authorities are investigating the incident to determine what may have caused it.
How did the authorities react to the explosion?
The Miami-Dade Fire Department quickly arrived on the scene to extinguish the flames. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
What impact did the explosion have on the nearby areas?
The blast was so loud that residents in nearby apartments felt their homes shake.
What other emergencies have been reported in Miami recently?
Recently, several incidents have been reported, including a fuel truck that overturned at Miami airport and a fire in an apartment building.
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