BREAKING: An explosion has just rocked the Silver Lake Nursing Home in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, leading to reports of multiple people trapped. The incident occurred around 2:15 p.m. today in the 900 block of Tower Road in Bristol Township.
Authorities have declared this a mass casualty incident, prompting a large-scale emergency response. The Upper Makefield Township police are urging the public to avoid the area as firefighters battle the blaze, which has already led to the activation of a third alarm for assistance.
Details are still emerging, and there are currently no confirmed reports of injuries. However, the situation is rapidly developing, and emergency services are working diligently to assess the scene and rescue those trapped inside.
Witnesses have described a chaotic scene as first responders rushed to the facility, emphasizing the critical nature of the situation. The nursing home, which houses vulnerable residents, is now the focus of urgent rescue efforts.
As the fire continues to burn, officials are investigating the cause of the explosion. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Stay tuned for further developments on this urgent story as authorities work to manage the situation and ensure the safety of residents and staff.
