Explosions at the Boston Marathon

Creedon778 · April 2013

Not sure if everyone has seen on the news, but there were two explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon. On the news it looked like the explosion came from the Boston Marathon Sports store and would have impacted anyone in the store or on the sidewalk. I don't think it would have severely impacted anyone on the route.

Some friends on fb at the race posted pictures and thankfully everyone I've been able to get a hold of said they are OK.

This is such a tragic event.

wilsontl19191 · April 2013

So sad. There is rarely anything good in the news. I'm Hoping there are no casualties.

kujayhawkgirl · April 2013

So scary. I'm watching the news now and one of the runners report that 2 runners right in front of him got injured by "flying shrapnels". I think it's very likely that runners could have gotten injured as well.

Glad to hear everybody you've talk

missyishere · April 2013

I just saw this on Parenting-- how freaking scary! I sure hope there are no casualties and only minor injuries.

amyc216 · April 2013

Were Colleen or any other bumpies running the marathon?

pennysuedog · April 2013

My cousin is there. I hope she is ok!

Fianschneid · April 2013

I keep checking the news and it doesn't look like there are any updates. I hope there is more information, soon.

Creedon778 · April 2013

amyc216:
Were Colleen or any other bumpies running the marathon?

I think Colleen is OK. Her FB

anasazi17 · April 2013

So scary. I know (through friends) of a couple of Indiana folks running today, I am sure they are okay..but I haven't heard.

I did just hear that eye witnesses reported seeing two unusual packages outside of a building...but you know

Elsa1984 · April 2013

So crazy! I am watching it on the news right now. They are talking about how there are people "walking around without limbs"

pennysuedog · April 2013

My cousin is alright. Her friend is a fast runner and crossed the finish line already. They were long gone from the area by the time it happened. I'm so relieved, yet so sad for the victims.

Creedon778 · April 2013

Latest news is 2 dead and 22 injured.

christiney06 · April 2013

Im shaking, Mh and I went in today with the kids. We were one block from the finish line, hanging out with the nicest family who were waiting for their father to finish. Thank goodness DD was a hot mess bc it was her nap time and we left around 145p

pennysuedog · April 2013

christiney06:
Im shaking, Mh and I went in today with the kids. We were one block from the finish line, hanging out with the n

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christiney06:
Im shaking, Mh and I went in today with the kids. We were one block from the finish line, hanging out with the n

Scramblersmom · April 2013

This is beyond upsetting and my heart goes out to the people that were injured and the family of those killed. With everything going on lately it just feels like no where is safe.

CMonkey515 · April 2013

How sad. Another tragic and senseless crime against innocent people. The world is getting more and more scary each day it seems. It's a shame.

christiny- how scary. I'm so happy to hear that you all left before this happened. Thank god you're ok!

christiney06 · April 2013

My FB newsfeed is filled with cell phone videos of people screaming and blood. there are so many bars and stores right there, not to mention the giant Boston Public Library....So many people in such a small area. plus, the Sox played at The same tim

Scramblersmom · April 2013

Christiney I am so glad that you are all safe and left before the explosion happened. I can't imagine how horrifying this would be for you.

colliebabe · April 2013

I am ok - I am home now. We were in Brookline (at about mile 23) watching and ran with our friend for a bit, before they stopped the runners. My friends and I walked about 7 miles back to our house. Luckily we were able to get a ride for ou

mrs.lizzieb · April 2013

The whole thing is so horrific. Glad to hear our Boston bumpies are ok. DH and I lived in Boston for four years and are trying to reach all our friends- we've heard back from everyone except 3 people. Praying hard right now for them and

missyishere · April 2013

colleenb262:
I am ok - I am home now. We were in Brookline (at about mile 23) watching and ran with our friend for a bit

Creedon778 · April 2013

christiney06:
Im shaking, Mh and I went in today with the kids. We were one block from the finish line, hanging out with the n

Creedon778 · April 2013

They're reporting now that one of the two confirmed dead is an 8 year old child. Every life is precious, but OMG I'm in tears. So tragic.

missyishere · April 2013

colleenb262:
I am ok - I am home now. We were in Brookline (at about mile 23) watching and ran with our friend for a bit

pennysuedog · April 2013

It would take every measure of faith I had not to murder the culprit, if that were my 8 year old.

ally510 · April 2013

I'm sickened by this. My thoughts and prayers go out to the victims' families and the survivors. So glad none of the Boston bumpies were directly impacted.

anasazi17 · April 2013

christiney06:
Im shaking, Mh and I went in today with the kids. We were one block from the finish line, hanging out with the n

christiney06 · April 2013

Thanks everyone! My goofy kids made me smile and laugh for the past hour before bedtime, i feel a lot better. now it's time for wine.

ellewoodsSC · April 2013

The news is reporting more and more critical and serious injuries in addition to several fatalities. They also reported that additional unexploded devices were found. I really hope they manage to identify,capture and punish those responsible.

Sammy-Mae · April 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with everyone in Boston tonight.

jwls84 · April 2013

Creedon778:
They're reporting now that one of the two confirmed dead is an 8 year old child.  Every life is precious, but

AngLK987 · April 2013

So glad everyone from here is safe. One of my friends from my local board on TN was there earlier with her 2 y.o son waiting at the finish line for her husband who ran, luckily he also is a fast runner and had finished in plenty of time, they were nearby

LCass · April 2013

I just can't. There are no words.

Mrs. Mo · April 2013

Thankfully, DH always has Patriot's Day off because his office building is right where the bombs went off. Since that whole area is blocked off now by the FBI, heis office is closed and he "gets" to work from home.

I know a girl who is a n

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