Two people have died and 20 others have been injured after two explosions and a fire at a Pennsylvania nursing home caused a partial collapse of the building. Emergency crews received reports of an explosion and gas smell at Silver Lake Nursing Home in Bristol on Tuesday afternoon. As personnel evacuated residents, a second explosion occurred just moments later, resulting in significant destruction.
Preliminary investigations suggest a possible gas leak, although authorities continue to research the exact cause. The local gas firm, PECO, indicated that the explosion coincided with their crews responding to the gas smell report.
Witnesses reported hearing a loud explosion, with one resident noting they initially thought something had crashed into their house. The subsequent rescue efforts were marked by urgency, with police officers bravely carrying trapped individuals to safety. Fortunately, most residents were accounted for, but concerns persisted among families awaiting news on their loved ones.
As the investigation unfolds, state and local authorities have praised the communal response, highlighting how neighbors assisted during this tragic incident.
Preliminary investigations suggest a possible gas leak, although authorities continue to research the exact cause. The local gas firm, PECO, indicated that the explosion coincided with their crews responding to the gas smell report.
Witnesses reported hearing a loud explosion, with one resident noting they initially thought something had crashed into their house. The subsequent rescue efforts were marked by urgency, with police officers bravely carrying trapped individuals to safety. Fortunately, most residents were accounted for, but concerns persisted among families awaiting news on their loved ones.
As the investigation unfolds, state and local authorities have praised the communal response, highlighting how neighbors assisted during this tragic incident.
