Conor McGregor offers prayers for firefighters risking their lives amid LA explosion

The unfortunate explosion in downtown Los Angeles compelled firefighters to go through a fiery wreck which melted their helmets and set their coats on fire on Saturday. As per reports, 12 firefighters have already been injured and have been taken under medical care. While a criminal investigation is already under process regarding the root cause of the explosion, UFC superstar Conor McGregor expressed his condolences and support for the firefighters who have been maimed while serving the community. Also Read | Conor McGregor Twitter: Conor McGregor Makes A Promise To Mike Tyson Over future Fight With Floyd Mayweather UFC: Conor McGregor shows concern over LA explosion Praying for all affected by these fires! LA ❤️🙏 — Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) May 18, 2020 The LA explosion has shaken the United States while the country is already dealing with the coronavirus pandemic since months. ‘The Notorious’ expressed his concern over the fighters battling the LA explosion. Conor McGregor tweeted multiple messages in solidarity and stated that he has massive respect towards the firefighters. The UFC world champion also claimed he was donating at least a million every year to the firefighters. “This is heartbreaking. This is why @TheNotoriousMMA @ProperWhiskey donate at least a million/year to our brave men & women who risk their lives by running into a burning building while we are all running out. 11 firefighters injured, but all expected to make a full recovery!” wrote Conor McGregor on Twitter. Also Read | Conor McGregor Twitter: Conor McGregor Claims There's Light At The End Of The Tunnel As UFC Resumes Live Events LA explosion leaves city panicking View this post on Instagram A post shared by Los Angeles Times (@latimes) on May 18, 2020 at 6:42am PDT According to official reports, the blaze is assumed to have its roots at Smoke Tokes Wholesale Distributor - a supplier of butane honey oil. Though firefighters immediately responded to the scene after being made aware of the incident, within minutes the blaze accelerated and reportedly appeared to uncontrollable for a while. However, firefighters were on the frontlines and managed to bring things under control. However, 12 firefighters were reportedly injured in the process. UFC: Conor McGregor's next fight Conor McGregor has already announced that he is going to step into the UFC octagon in July. However, the Irish superstar is yet to name his upcoming opponent as he has currently been taking shots at numerous fighters on social media. Though none of the shots has resulted in a match being set up, UFC president Dana White believes Conor McGregor will face BMF Jorge Masvidal at UFC Fight Island next. Also Read | LA explosion: Fire, Explosion In Los Angeles Injures 10 Firefighters Also Read | LA explosion: Fire, Blast In Los Angeles Injure 11 Firefighters Image courtesy: Conor McGregor Twitter

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Conor McGregor offers prayers for firefighters risking their lives amid LA explosion

UFC superstar Conor McGregor took to Twitter and expressed his support towards the families affected due to the unfortunate LA explosion.

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