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Explosion Rocks PA Nursing Home: Residents Missing
24 Dec
Summary
- Explosion occurred shortly after utility crew responded to gas odor.
- At least two people confirmed dead, several residents unaccounted for.
- Search efforts used drones, dogs, and heavy equipment amid debris.
A devastating explosion tore through a Pennsylvania nursing home, causing partial building collapse and a frantic search for missing residents. Two individuals were confirmed deceased, with several others unaccounted for as rescue efforts commenced immediately. The incident unfolded in Bristol Township, just northeast of Philadelphia, following reports of a gas odor at the facility.
Emergency responders, including crews from surrounding regions, battled flames, smoke, and gas smells, with some residents rescued from a compromised section of the building. Investigators are currently examining the possibility that a gas leak, potentially related to a utility crew's response to an odor, may have triggered the catastrophic blast. This finding remains preliminary as the investigation continues.
The nursing home, previously known as Silver Lake Healthcare Center, had recently become affiliated with Saber Healthcare Group. The company stated it promptly reported the gas odor to the utility company before the explosion and is cooperating with authorities. State inspection records from October revealed multiple violations at the facility, though a September 2024 fire safety inspection yielded no citations.
