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Fatal Industrial Accident Under Investigation at Hy-Tech Mushroom Compost Facility in Chester County
LONDON GROVE TOWNSHIP, PA (CHESTER COUNTY) — Authorities are investigating a fatal industrial accident that occurred at the Hy-Tech Mushroom Compost facility, located at 155 Valley Road in London Grove Township.
Emergency responders were dispatched to the site following reports of a worker becoming trapped in industrial machinery.
Upon arrival, first responders confirmed that the individual had sustained fatal injuries as a result of the incident.
Despite the efforts of emergency personnel, the worker was pronounced dead at the scene.
The identity of the deceased has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin.
The incident is currently under investigation by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in coordination with local law enforcement and industrial safety officials to determine the cause and circumstances surrounding the fatality.
No further details have been released at this time.
LAWRENCEBURG, Ind. (Dearborn County) — Fire crews are battling a third-alarm structure fire at the Civista Bank located at 19710 State Line Road, according to emergency dispatch information.
The incident was initially reported as a working fire, prompting a second-alarm response as conditions rapidly escalated.
Fire officials have confirmed that the office area on the second floor is heavily involved, with significant fire activity observed within that portion of the building.
Additional firefighting resources have been requested to assist with suppression efforts as crews work to contain the blaze and prevent further spread.
No information has been released at this time regarding injuries, evacuations, or the cause of the fire.
Authorities are expected to provide updates as the situation develops.