Bakersfield, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) —Saturday morning loved ones gathered outside of Kern Medical, where Leo Andrade is recovering from an explosion Friday.

The explosion caused Andrade to be thrown from a rig platform injuring both of his legs on California Avenue, near Easton Drive.

As of now and investigation is being conducted to determine the cause of the explosion.

Andrade’s wife Danielle spoke about his current conditions, saying “right now he’s in stable condition, the internal bleeding has stopped, but he’s been awake.”

Danielle and Leo's sister stood strong together while speaking about who Leo is.

“He’s a good man, a selfless god-fearing man and he [led] everyone, he’s been in this for 25 plus years.”

Currently there is no time frame on his recovery but Leo's wife says she’s grateful for all the community support.

“We appreciate all the outpouring love and support that this has gotten because we know we have a big family and a big oil field family as well.”