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Massive 4-Alarm Fire Engulfs SPS Technologies Facility in Abington Township
Abington Township, Montgomery County – Emergency crews are battling a massive commercial building fire at SPS Technologies, located at 301 Highland Avenue in Abington Township, just north of Philadelphia.
The fire, which ignited late Monday night, has escalated to a four-alarm blaze, prompting a large-scale response from Montgomery County and Bucks County fire departments.
Fire crews were dispatched shortly before 10:00 p.m. after reports of a fire at the aerospace manufacturing facility.
Initial reports suggested up to 60 employees may have been inside the building, but authorities have since confirmed that all individuals have been accounted for.
The fire is concentrated on the roof, with heavy flames visible. Firefighters are actively working to contain the blaze using master stream water cannons.
There were early reports of an explosion, but officials have not yet confirmed the cause of the fire.
Abington Township Police and Ward 6 Commissioner Jeffrey Browne have advised residents to avoid the area due to hazardous conditions.
SEPTA has suspended service on the Lansdale/Doylestown and Warminster regional rail lines due to the fire’s proximity to Glenside Station.
There has been no confirmation regarding injuries at this time.
Founded in 1903 as the Standard Pressed Steel Company, SPS Technologies is a major supplier of aerospace fasteners and fittings. The company has played a crucial role in aviation and defense manufacturing for over a century.
Firefighters continue to battle the flames as authorities work to determine the cause of the incident. More updates will follow as additional information becomes available.
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At least two killed, multiple trapped after explosion at Silver Lake Nursing Home in Bristol
BRISTOL, Pa. (Bucks County) — Emergency crews are responding to a major incident at the Silver Lake Nursing Home following a reported gas explosion that caused a partial building collapse.
The incident occurred at approximately 905 Tower Road, where a second alarm and a Level 2 Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) response were requested as conditions escalated.
First-arriving units reported significant structural damage to the facility, prompting an immediate search-and-rescue operation for residents and staff.
Authorities on scene indicated that approximately 15 patients were initially accounted for outside the building, while multiple others remain unaccounted for.
Rescue teams have reported numerous individuals trapped beneath debris on the second floor, as well as additional victims trapped in the basement area.
At least two fatalities has been reported in the basement, according to early emergency communications.
As the situation developed, a third alarm was transmitted, bringing in substantial mutual aid resources, including out-of-county fire, rescue, and emergency medical units. A medical helicopter has been placed on standby in anticipation of critical patient transport.
Emergency personnel continue to conduct systematic searches of the damaged structure while assessing stability concerns and coordinating patient triage.
The extent of injuries and the total number of victims have not yet been confirmed.
Road closures are in effect in the surrounding area as emergency operations continue. Officials have advised the public to avoid the scene to allow responders unobstructed access.
This remains a rapidly evolving situation.
Authorities are expected to release additional information as more details are confirmed.