Stored Gunpowder Explodes Injuring 14

Quito, Ecuador 14 people including nine police officers and five civilians were injured when stored gunpowder unexpectedly exploded. The gunpowder was being stored at a police rescue unit headquarters. The explosion also caused damage to nearby buildings including a school. The cause of the explosion is under investigation. No details were available on the amount or type of gunpowder being stored or whether or not other munitions and/or energetic material was involved. Reportedly four of the five civilians injured were children.