Panama City Fire, along with Panama City Police, responded to the No Name Motel,
The explosion caused a percussion strong enough to break the window of a car sitting in front of the unit, according to Deputy Chief Tom McCarthy.
“It was a small blast that carried a big punch,” McCarthy said.
Several residents of the motel were removed while police investigated the safety of the structure. However, no structural damage or fire resulted from the explosion and police were able to allow the residents to return after a brief period, McCarthy said. No injuries were reported in the incident, and police with the street crime unit are searching for suspects involved in the explosion.
An assessment of damage to the motel was not warranted by fire crews.