Fireworks explosion erupts at Blue Creek

Tayler Moore / Special

This is about when the fireworks on the barge caught in on fire injuring more than five people.

At least five were injured at Blue Creek during an annual Fourth of July fireworks show.

According to those watching the show, fireworks had been launched from the boat for several minutes when one exploded low near the boat. From there the entire barge became enflamed. The barge remained afloat and burning for some time. 

Blue Creek Fireworks

Cliff Williams / TPI

ALEA Marine Patrol is tied up to a pontoon barge used to launch fireworks in Blue Creek. An accident happened on board during Friday night's show.

Blue Creek Fireworks

Cliff Williams / TPI

First responders treat one those injured in the fireworks accident on Blue Creek Friday at Niffers before a medical helicopter flew them to a hospital.