Corvallis, OR (October 31, 2023) – The Corvallis Police Department confirmed that one man was injured as a result of an explosion that occurred near the Oregon State University campus on Monday afternoon.
Just after 2:50 p.m. on October 30, calls for assistance came in regarding an explosion that occurred on 11th Street near Monroe Avenue.
Authorities confirmed that an explosion took place just east of the campus. Authorities shut down the area as they worked to investigate. The explosion was reported near McNary Field, prompting officials to close access to the field as they assisted on-site.
Authorities located a 22-year-old man from Cottage Grove, Oregon, who suffered injuries due to the incident. The victim, who was not identified as a student, was transported to an area hospital.
At this time, the cause of the explosion is being investigated.
We hope the injured man recovers quickly.
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