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 unknown reasons. Fortunately, no injuries were reported following the incident, which occurred around 11:30 p.m. local time, as confirmed by the Miami-Dade Fire Department, who responded swiftly to extinguish the flames.
Several videos circulated on social media platforms showed the blaze and firefighters working diligently to control the situation. Witnesses described the noise as an overwhelming explosion. "We heard a thud that you could feel in your chest. It was so unexpected that we weren't sure where it came from. For a while, there was no smoke or anything visible," explained Ty Davis, who was present on the Rickenbacker Causeway, in a statement to Telemundo 51.
Davis further elaborated on the experience, noting, "The way the sound reverberated through the dock, I felt it from my chest to my feet. I've never heard anything so loud here before." He also mentioned hearing additional loud noises following the initial explosion, which heightened concerns among those nearby.
The blast's intensity was such that residents of nearby apartments told CBS News Miami that their homes shook at the moment of the explosion. Authorities are currently investigating the causes of the incident. As of this report's conclusion, no further information has been released.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Miami Port Explosion
What time did the explosion occur at the Port of Miami?
The explosion occurred around 11:30 p.m. local time on Friday night.
Were there any injuries reported due to the explosion?
No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
Are the causes of the explosion known?
The causes of the explosion are currently unknown, and authorities are investigating the incident.