Explosion at Pennsylvania senior home prompts mass casualty response
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An explosion leading to a partial collapse at a senior living facility in Bristol, Pennsylvania, demanded an extensive emergency response on Tuesday afternoon. Authorities confirmed that several individuals were trapped, and there was at least one confirmed fatality.

Emergency services were dispatched following reports of a blast on Tower Road in Bristol around 2:15 p.m., swiftly mobilizing rescue teams.

Nursing home explosion

The incident took place at the Silver Lake Nursing Home, as reported by WPVI, where numerous people were reportedly trapped within the building.

Firefighters and emergency medical teams from various areas converged at the site, with dozens of first responders actively participating in the rescue operations.

Fire and EMS crews from multiple jurisdictions were seen at the scene, with dozens of first responders assisting in rescue efforts.

This is a developing story, and details are still emerging.

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