Albertan Recalls Boston Blast, Panic

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An Edmonton man reportedly crossed the finish line at the Boston Marathon minutes before explosions at the world-renowned event, killing two and injuring dozens more.

Roy Narten, 55, finished the race just seconds after 2:29 p.m., according to race statistics.

The deadly blasts occurred mere minutes before 3 p.m. ET.

Narten was one of approximately 200 Albertans registered to run the Boston Marathon on Monday.

Calgary's Jennifer Mork also took part in the event and recalled the carnage the followed the deadly blasts.

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"It sounded like a canon. Everyone was sort of saying, 'What was that? That's not normal" said Mork.

"We saw at least 25 ambulances roll out with people on stretchers."

Canadians represent the largest contingent not from the United States at the race, with more than 2,000 registered to run.

"I'm horrified by the news out of Boston. My thoughts are with all the victims and their families," said Alberta Premier Alison Redford.

Alberta Wildrose opposition leader Danielle Smith said she was shocked by news.

The Department of Foreign Affairs has set up an emergency line — 1-800-387-3124 — to offer assistance to Canadians.

With files from the Canadian Press



Via: HuffingtonPost