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      Photos: Explosion in downtown Nashville causes heavy smoke, damage

      An explosion in downtown Nashville on Christmas Day caused extensive damage and injured at least 3 people. Police are investigating the explosion as an "intentional act."

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      Photos: Explosion in downtown Nashville causes heavy smoke, damage

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