‘Earth-Shaking’ Explosion That Rocked Several Towns Was Caused By Gender Reveal Party

Learning the gender of your baby might be considered an Earth-shaking moment for some parents, but usually only in the metaphorical sense. 

You can hear the explosion below:

Police continued: ‘During the investigation, the detective was informed that the location, a quarry, was chosen as they felt it was a safe location to detonate the Tannerite.’

The man who purchased and detonated the Tannerite handed himself in to police and is said to be cooperating with authorities. Investigators working on the case are still determining what charges may be filed against him, with local residents expressing belief that he should be held responsible.

Sara Taglieri, who lives in the area, described the events as ‘ridiculous’.

Speaking to CBS Boston, she commented:

A gender reveal that was heard not only throughout neighbourhoods, but throughout many, many towns.

I’m not upset because I have chalk or confetti blown in my way, I mean it was an explosion that rocked my house, my neighbours, my community and my town. Just absolutely over the top, ridiculous.

I do think that they should be held responsible for that and I do think Torromeo should as the property owner that allowed this should also be held accountable.

Another resident, Tina Bouraphael, said the explosion caused multiple cracks as it shook the foundation of her home.

She recalled: ‘It was just a big boom and crack, it was very loud, it just shook my whole porch. It was really very strong. Yeah the word ridiculous came to my mind, it was just incredible.’

Though the blast could be heard from far and wide, thankfully no one at the scene was reported injured as a result of the explosion.