Crescent Township Police warning of potential scams in wake of deadly explosion
Chief Frank Marks says that the family of the victims have not endorsed any fundraisers or initiatives at this time.
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Chief Frank Marks says that the family of the victims have not endorsed any fundraisers or initiatives at this time.
Tuesday's deadly blast in Crescent Township is the third instance of a home explosion in the area within the past eight months.
The Crescent Township explosion was felt in several communities up and down the Ohio River.
Two people died in a massive house explosion and in Crescent Township that could be heard and felt for miles in Western Pennsylvania on the morning of Tuesday, March 12, 2024.
The explosion on Tuesday was first reported at 8:54 a.m. on Riverview Road in Crescent Township, Allegheny County.
Several people were rescued from the basement who were not able to get out on their own.
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All three victims were taken to hospitals in Pittsburgh.
Three homes were destroyed and a dozen others were damaged in the blast.
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As families pick up the pieces, the rest of the Plum community is stepping up with food, water, boxes, and anything folks could need.
Five victims were recovered from the scene and another person remains in critical condition following the house explosion.
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