Boston Fire and EMS Detailed to Scene of Explosions at Boston Marathon

April 15, 2013 –Members of Boston Local 718 Boston fire fighters are responding after two explosions in Copley Square – the finish line of the Boston Marathon and the heart of downtown Boston. More than 100 were already detailed to the event for the marathon.

The explosions occurred at about 2:45 p.m., more than two hours after the first of the race's nearly 27,000 runners had crossed the finish line. CNN is reporting three people were killed and 176 others injured.

The IAFF has been in contact with IAFF 3rd District Vice President Michael Mullane for more information as it becomes available.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with those injured at the Boston Marathon and the people in Boston.” says IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger. “We are thankful for our members and other brave first responders helping those in need.”

Runners who had not finished the race were diverted to a family meeting area, according to an emergency plan that had been in place.

Washington, DC, New York City and several other major U.S. cities are at a heightened level of security as an extra precaution because of the events in Boston.