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2 explosions rock 2013 Boston Marathon; at least 2 dead; More than 100 injured


Police advise people to stay indoors, visitors to return to hotel rooms and everyone to avoid crowds

  • Boston police confirm at least 2 dead and more than 100 injured
  • No suspects have been arrested; no one has claimed responsibility for blasts
  • Boston say 2 simultaneous blasts occurred near finish line
  • Fire at nearby JFK Library is not confirmed to be related to marathon blasts
  • Intelligence official tells the AP 2 more explosives were located and dismantled
  • NYC has beefed up security in response to the blasts
  • 2 bombs exploded under stands just before the mile 26 marker near the finish line
  • President Obama debriefed and ready to provide whatever support needed
  • FAA orders no-fly  zone over Boston explosion site
  • UK will review plan to host London Marathon slated for  4/21