Pennsylvania (The COW News Digital)An explosion at a nursing home in the US state of Pennsylvania triggered a major fire early Tuesday, leaving multiple people injured and prompting a large-scale emergency response by local and state authorities.
According to foreign news agencies, the blast occurred inside a nursing care facility, causing flames to spread rapidly through parts of the building. Emergency services rushed to the scene within minutes, launching an urgent rescue operation to evacuate residents and staff from the affected areas.
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Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency spokesperson Ruth Miller said that several individuals were trapped inside the building following the explosion, raising serious concerns about their safety. Firefighters and rescue workers worked under challenging conditions to reach those stranded, while ambulances were placed on standby to transport the injured to nearby hospitals.
Bucks County official Jim O’Malley confirmed that a portion of the nursing home structure collapsed as a result of the blast. He said the damage complicated rescue efforts but praised first responders for their swift and coordinated action. Multiple agencies from both Pennsylvania and neighboring New Jersey joined the operation to help bring the situation under control.
Authorities stated that initial evidence points to a gas leak as the likely cause of the explosion. However, officials emphasized that the investigation is still in its early stages, and no final conclusions have yet been reached. Fire marshals and utility experts are examining the site to determine how the leak occurred and whether safety protocols were followed.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, in a message posted on social media, described the situation at the scene as “serious” and urged residents in nearby areas to strictly follow instructions issued by local authorities. He also expressed gratitude to emergency responders for their rapid response and commitment to saving lives.
Witnesses reported hearing a loud blast followed by thick smoke rising from the facility, causing panic in the surrounding neighborhood. Local police temporarily sealed off nearby roads to allow emergency crews full access to the area.
The condition of the injured individuals has not been officially disclosed, and authorities have not yet confirmed the total number of casualties. Further updates are expected as rescue operations conclude and investigators gather more information.
The incident has raised renewed concerns over safety standards in care facilities, particularly those housing elderly and vulnerable residents. Officials said a full safety review of the facility will be conducted once the emergency phase ends.
