On February 18, 2025, Jenkintown, Pennsylvania experienced a significant incident when a large fire erupted at SPS Technologies, an aerospace manufacturer. The fire, which began around 9:30 PM on February 17, involved explosions and visible flames. Fortunately, all employees were evacuated without injury. Due to smoke and particulates spreading through the area, local authorities ordered a shelter-in-place and closed schools. Hazmat crews assessed the air quality, and businesses within a mile were advised to remain closed, impacting regional transportation services as well.
Schools were closed and residents were ordered to shelter-in-place Tuesday after a large fire broke out at an aerospace manufacturer's facility in a town north of Philadelphia.
The fire broke out at SPS Technologies in Jenkintown around 9:30 p.m. Monday and witnesses said there was an explosion and flames could be seen inside the warehouse.
All employees were accounted for and no injuries were reported, but officials advised businesses within a 1-mile radius to remain closed.
Hazmat crews monitored air quality and a shelter-in-place order was issued due to smoke and particulates filtering across the area.
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