Nashville Christmas Explosion 2020
Early Christmas morning bombing Nashville Tennessee USA 166 2nd Avenue ... December 25, 2020 ... Pictures from WTVF live helicopter news from news briefing on CNN
Large ‘intentional’ explosion damages downtown Nashville Christmas morning
WKRN Web Staff
3 hours ago
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A large explosion was reported in downtown Nashville early Christmas morning.
The explosion happened in the area of Second Avenue and Broadway near Commerce Street occurred around 6:30 am Friday. Heavy black smoke can be seen rising above the affected area.
The Metro Nashville Office of Emergency Management told News 2 a parked RV exploded and caused damage to several buildings. They said crews are currently assessing the damage but no injuries have been reported. Officials with the OEM also reported foul play was not suspected at the time.
But at a briefing just after 8:30 am, Metro Nashville Police Department’s spokesperson, Don Aaron said police now believe the explosion was an intentional act.
The area around downtown Nashville has been shutdown as the investigation continues.
Nashville Fire’s Joseph Pleasant said three people had been transported to the hospital. None of the injuries at the time for those transported were said to be critical.
There was a large police presence in this area along with fire crews. News 2 has reached out to Metro Police and The Fire Department to learn more.
This is a developing story. Stay with News 2 and WKRN.com for updates.
Early Christmas morning explosion Nashville Tennessee USA 166 2nd Avenue ... December 25, 2020 ... Pictures from WTVF live helicopter news from news briefing on CNN
Early Christmas morning explosion Nashville Tennessee USA 166 2nd Avenue ... December 25, 2020 ... Pictures from WTVF live helicopter news from news briefing on CNN
Early Christmas morning explosion Nashville Tennessee USA 166 2nd Avenue ... December 25, 2020 ... Pictures from WTVF live helicopter news from news briefing on CNN
Early Christmas morning explosion Nashville Tennessee USA 166 2nd Avenue ... December 25, 2020 ... Pictures from WTVF live helicopter news from news briefing on CNN
Early Christmas morning explosion Nashville Tennessee USA 166 2nd Avenue ... December 25, 2020 ... Pictures from WTVF live helicopter news from news briefing on CNN
Early Christmas morning explosion Nashville Tennessee USA 166 2nd Avenue ... December 25, 2020 ... Pictures from WTVF live helicopter news from news briefing on CNN
Early Christmas morning explosion Nashville Tennessee USA 166 2nd Avenue ... December 25, 2020 ... Pictures from WTVF live helicopter news from news briefing on CNN
Early Christmas morning explosion Nashville Tennessee USA 166 2nd Avenue ... December 25, 2020 ... Pictures from WTVF live helicopter news from news briefing on CNN
Early Christmas morning explosion Nashville Tennessee USA 166 2nd Avenue ... December 25, 2020 ... Pictures from WTVF live helicopter news from news briefing on CNN
