UPDATE: On Saturday morning, officials confirmed that five people have died and six remain unaccounted for after an explosion at a chocolate factory in West Reading late Friday afternoon.
Five people have reportedly died -- and there are six people still unaccounted for -- after an explosion at a chocolate factory in West Reading, Pennsylvania late Friday afternoon.
Eight people have been admitted to Reading Hospital. Two were admitted in “fair” condition, one patient was transferred and all others will be discharged, according to the hospital.On Friday, just before 5 p.m. a large explosion occurred at the R.M Palmer Company in West Reading. The explosion resulted in the destruction of building No. 2 located at 55 S 2nd Avenue and damaging neighboring Palmer building No.
The Mayor of West Reading, Samantha Kaag, said the building where the explosion occurred was leveled and the force of the explosion moved the building four feet forward. The cause of the explosion is currently under investigation. While there is no danger to the surrounding area at this time, Chief Holben said the borough is urging residents to avoid the area.
Kaag said the crews will be working through the night and the weekend to get the scene under control.
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