Pennsylvania politicians offer condolences, support in wake of Plum Borough house explosion
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Following a devastating house explosion in Plum Borough Saturday morning, Pennsylvania politicians are offering condolences to the community.
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According to officials, the explosion happened at around 10:23 a.m. on Rustic Ridge Drive and Brookside Drive. Six people died, including one person who died at the hospital. Two others were hospitalized for their injuries but have since been released.
Gov. Josh Shapiro says he and his wife Lori are praying for those who lost someone in the explosion, and says he’s grateful for the first responders who ran into danger in order to save lives.
“The five Pennsylvanians who passed and their families are in our thoughts today. May their memories be a blessing,” he said on Twitter.
Lori and I are praying for family, friends, and neighbors who lost someone in Plum yesterday, and we're grateful for the first responders who ran towards danger to save lives.
The five Pennsylvanians who passed and their families are in our thoughts today. May their memories be…— Governor Josh Shapiro (@GovernorShapiro) August 13, 2023
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Lt. Gov. Austin Davis said he and his wife Blayre are “standing with” Plum during “these trying times.”
Blayre and I extend our deepest condolences to the families and friends affected by the tragic house explosion in Plum.
We have you in our thoughts and are standing with you amidst these trying times. May the cherished memories of those lost bring comfort to all who knew them.— Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis (@LTGDavis) August 13, 2023
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Senator Bob Casey also offers condolences and says his office has been in touch with local officials to offer support.
My prayers are with the families of those killed in the explosion and the Plum community. I'm grateful to the courageous first responders who answered the call. My office has been in touch with local officials and will continue to offer support.
— Senator Bob Casey (@SenBobCasey) August 13, 2023
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State Rep. Brandon Markosek said of Facebook that “words cannot express the feelings and concerns” he has toward the Plum Borough.
“All of my energies will be devoted to helping those who are in need of assistance,” he said.
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