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Gas Leak Sparks Deadly Nursing Home Explosion
24 Dec
Summary
- Two women, a staff member and a resident, died in the incident.
- A gas leak caused two explosions and a fire at the facility.
- 19 people remain hospitalized, with one in critical condition.
Tragic explosions at the Silver Lake Nursing Home in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday resulted in the deaths of two women, identified as a staff member and a resident. Officials reported that a gas leak likely triggered two explosions and a fire, causing significant damage, including the collapse of the kitchen and cafeteria.
As of Wednesday morning, 19 people were still receiving hospital treatment, with one in critical condition. First responders from across the region quickly arrived at the scene, with some carrying rescued residents to safety. The company that owns Silver Lake has arranged for displaced residents to stay in its other facilities.
Investigators are currently working to access the wreckage of the collapsed section to determine the precise cause of the devastating incident. The law enforcement and emergency response was described as the largest seen in two decades, highlighting the severity of the event.
