At least four people were killed and two others were injured in an explosion that destroyed and damaged a few homes in Pottstown, Pennsylvania.
Rescuers were called to home on Washington Street and Butler Avenue around 7:00 pm Thursday. for claimed explosion.
Several neighbors said they heard a loud explosion in in area. Video and photos from the stage showed several homes destroyed or damaged.
“I heard a big explosion,” neighbor Russell Knoll told NBC10. “I thought the bomb went off off. I thought someone dropped a bomb somewhere. And then all the sirens started to go off. And it was not far from where I lived. So I went where the sirens and the ambulance were going and it was just huge explosion all around area.”
Ashley Miller, another neighbor, told NBC10 she was sitting on her bed when back window of the room exploded out.
“I just saw the smoke and thought all back of in house I left too just ran for kids and run out door, Miller said.
Officials said late Thursday that at least four people were killed, two others were wounded and two others may have gone missing for. They haven’t revealed identities or ages yet. of victims.
Pottstown Fire Department, Pottstown Police, Pennsylvania State Police, ATF, Fire Department and Red Cross remain at the scene, rescue operations are ongoing.
All schools in Pottstown will be closed. for students and staff on Friday Due to Explosion, Superintendent Steven Rodriguez announced Thursday evening.
“Our thoughts and prayers go out these families,” Rodriguez wrote. — When schools open again, our consultants and psychologists will available give support.”
This story develops. Check back for updates.
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