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Explosions Rock Boston Marathon; Oakdale Runner Participating
One Oakdale runner was a participant in Monday's Boston Marathon, which was rocked by two explosions near the race's finish line. (Scroll below the Storify post to see name of the Oakdale runner.)
The 2013 Boston Marathon that has been rocked by two explosions near its finish line, about four hours into the race.
According to the race's website, just one Oakdale runner was participating in the race.
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- Kent J. Teibel, 65
His status is not yet known.
It’s not clear yet what happened or led to the explosions, or who was injured.
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It's likely that others from the city travelled out there to give them support. Patch will continue to report this story as it develops and bring news about our local runners as we hear more.
There is no confirmation about what may have caused the explosion.
If you know anyone of these people, please encourage them to call Patch or their family members. The numbered injured or any casualties have not been released.
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