Researcher Injured By Explosion On UC Davis Campus

DAVIS (CBS13) - A UC Davis researcher was injured early Thursday morning in a small explosion on campus, according to a school spokesperson.

The explosion happened at 1:30 a.m., injuring the researcher's hand. The researcher was taken to a nearby hospital to be treated.

Campus police found chemicals inside an apartment at 418 Russell Park that may have been used to create the explosion. The housing complex has been evacuated, and the school says nearby buildings may have restricted access throughout the day.

The general area is deemed to be safe, but a portion of the area has been cordoned off as a precaution. People are encouraged to avoid the area, if possible.