HIBBING, Minn. (KFGO) – One man is dead and seven people injured after an explosion at a campfire just north of Hibbing.
Law enforcement and first responders were called to French Township, just before 8:30 p.m. Friday night. Upon arrival, they found a group of family and friends had gathered to enjoy the holiday weekend. While the group was preparing the campfire, an unknown flammable liquid was used to start the fire, causing the flames to explode.
The 14-year-old suffered serious burns and was airlifted to a Twin Cities hospital. Seven others, ranging in age from late 20s to late 50s, sustained serious to minor injuries. A 53-year-old man from Hibbing died as a result of his injuries.
The incident is under investigation by the St. Louis County Sheriff’s office.
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