Patch editors in Back Bay neighborhood of Boston, Massachusettes are covering the breaking story of the explosions at the Boston Marathon on Monday. Many have been reported injured and possibly killed in the wake of the incident.
Authorities are still grappling with the investigation on the scene, but early reports indicate that explosive devices may have been set deliberately.
Follow the unfolding story here on Back Bay Patch.
Several area runners are in the day's race. At this point, the status of their welfare is unknown. Patch is reaching out via social media and contact information to reach two from Upper Moreland Township.
John Heely, 49, of Willow Grove and Justin Fell, 39, of Willow Grove are listed as local runners on the marathon's website.
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