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7 People Injured In Boston Boat Explosion

BOSTON (CBS) - Seven people including two children are being treated for injuries after a boat explosion in Charlestown.

The victims suffered burns as well as bruises.

Fire officials say the 38-foot boat was at the dock fueling up when one of the engines exploded.

Firefighters used extinguishers to put out the blaze.

All of the people injured are expected to recover.

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Coast Guard and Boston firefighters at scene of boat explosion in Charlestown. (WBZ-TV)

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