All articles tagged with #gas explosion
Officials issued a Level 3 (Go Now!) evacuation in Canby, Oregon, due to a hazardous materials emergency tied to a presumed gas explosion on Southeast 3rd Avenue. The evacuation area centers on 301 South Redwood Street, and residents in the area should leave immediately while responders assess the situation.
A gas cylinder explosion at a wedding in Islamabad killed eight people, including the bride and groom, and injured seven as part of the home collapsed and nearby houses were damaged. Authorities launched an investigation, with rescue workers pulling victims from rubble; the incident prompted the prime minister to express condolences and urge safety education to prevent similar accidents.
A gas explosion at the Bristol Health and Rehab Center in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, caused part of the nursing home to collapse, trapping an unknown number of residents and prompting a large emergency response involving multiple agencies and neighboring areas.
A gas explosion at Bristol Health and Rehab Center in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, caused part of the nursing home to collapse, trapping an unknown number of residents and staff, prompting a large emergency response and evacuation efforts.
A gas explosion at the Silver Lake Nursing Home in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, resulted in two deaths and several people missing, with rescue efforts ongoing and multiple agencies involved in response.
A gas explosion at the Silver Lake nursing home in Bristol Township, Pennsylvania, has trapped people inside, prompting emergency response and evacuation efforts, including relocating residents to a nearby school as authorities work to manage the situation.
A gas explosion in Hayward leveled a home, but three family members miraculously survived with severe burns and fractures, as their brother shares their harrowing escape and ongoing recovery efforts.
A ventilation shaft collapse caused part of a Bronx high-rise to crumble after a gas explosion, but no injuries were reported. Emergency services used drones and dogs to search the rubble, and residents are advised to visit a Red Cross center for assistance.
A part of a 20-story public housing building in the Bronx, NYC, partially collapsed following a reported gas explosion, with no immediate injuries reported. Emergency services responded quickly, and authorities advised residents to avoid the area as they assess the situation.
Part of a Bronx high-rise apartment building collapsed due to a suspected gas explosion, but no injuries were reported. Emergency responders are investigating the cause, and residents are advised to avoid the area. The incident highlights ongoing issues with aging public housing in New York City.
A gas explosion at NYCHA's Mitchel Houses in the Bronx caused a partial collapse of a high-rise building, but no injuries were reported. The explosion, believed to have originated in the boiler, led to the collapse of the chimney and part of the building's shaft. Residents were evacuated, and authorities are investigating the incident while working to restore services and ensure safety. The event occurred on the first day of NYCHA's heat season, raising concerns about boiler safety and infrastructure.
A partial collapse of a 20-story high-rise in the Bronx occurred due to a suspected gas explosion, causing extensive damage along one side of the building. Emergency crews responded to the scene, and no injuries have been reported. The incident involved the collapse of an incinerator shaft, with debris and water damage observed, and authorities are investigating the situation.
A deadly explosion involving a gas tanker in Mexico City has resulted in at least four deaths and 90 injuries, highlighting ongoing safety concerns with gas transportation in Mexico. The incident occurred on a major highway, with investigations focusing on the truck's insurance and safety compliance.
A gas tanker explosion in Mexico City killed 3 and injured 70, with the truck tipping over and igniting flames that burned multiple vehicles and victims, prompting emergency response and investigation.
A hit-and-run driver in Wilmington, North Carolina, crashed into a veterinary clinic causing a gas explosion that injured three firefighters. The driver, Jason Lee Beach, was charged with multiple offenses including DWI with serious injury, and fled the scene before being apprehended. The explosion occurred while firefighters were searching the building, which was empty at the time, and resulted in injuries but no civilian casualties.