Two women – a staff member and a resident – were killed and at least 19 people remain hospitalized after an explosion and partial building collapse at a senior living facility in Bristol, Pennsylvania, police said, clarifying earlier reports of a possible third death.

Bristol Township police Wednesday said the two women were the only confirmed fatalities. Authorities had initially reported a third possible death, but said that patient was resuscitated at the hospital.

Twenty people were transported to area hospitals following the explosion. Police said 19 people remained hospitalized, including one person listed in critical condition.

Officials said emergency crews responded to reports of an explosion at the Silver Lake Nursing Home on Tower Road at about 2:15 p.m. Tuesday.

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Fire officials said crews arrived within minutes and found significant structural damage, with parts of the first floor collapsing into the basement, trapping residents inside.

Firefighters and emergency medical crews from multiple jurisdictions went into rescue mode, pulling residents out through doors, windows, stairwells and an elevator shaft.

While crews were on site, PECO said, an explosion occurred at the facility. Immediately after the explosion, crews shut off the natural gas and electric service to the facility to ensure the safety of the first responders and local residents.

The company added that it is unknown if PECO equipment or natural gas, was involved in the incident. 

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Fox News Digital has reached out to PECO for additional information.

Those who were rescued were handed off to police officers from nearby municipalities.

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said one police officer threw two people over his shoulders and ran them to safety.

“Oftentimes in our communities, we don’t appreciate that type of heroism, and that is what was on display here in Bucks County today,” the governor said.

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Officials also said two people were rescued from the actual collapsed structure in the basement.

At one point, emergency crews detected a heavy odor of gas, and they quickly got everyone out that they could find. Within about 30 seconds of exiting the building, there was a second explosion and fire, which fire crews were able to keep in check and prevent from spreading.

Still, local residents came out of their homes and offered to help emergency crews, which Shapiro praised.

“Look, I think this is the Pennsylvania way: neighbors helping neighbors in a moment of need,” he said. “You saw that here in Bristol. You saw that here in Bucks County. This is how we do this.”

State Rep. Tina Davis said earlier in the day that she is closely monitoring the situation and urged the public to avoid the area as emergency crews respond to the reported explosion and fire at the Silver Lake Nursing Home.

“I am deeply concerned by the reports of an explosion and fire at the Silver Lake Nursing Home in Bristol Township,” she said. “My thoughts are with the residents, their families, and the staff during this frightening situation. I am closely monitoring developments and remain in contact with local officials and first responders as they work to ensure everyone’s safety. I urge the public to avoid the area, so emergency crews can do their jobs.”

State Rep. Tina Davis said earlier in the day that she is closely monitoring the situation and urged the public to avoid the area as emergency crews respond to the reported explosion and fire at the Silver Lake Nursing Home.

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“I am deeply concerned by the reports of an explosion and fire at the Silver Lake Nursing Home in Bristol Township,” she said. “My thoughts are with the residents, their families, and the staff during this frightening situation. I am closely monitoring developments and remain in contact with local officials and first responders as they work to ensure everyone’s safety. I urge the public to avoid the area, so emergency crews can do their jobs.”

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VITALS: The Indiana Pacers (6-24) and Boston Celtics (18-11) meet for the second of four regular season matchups, with the first being a loss for the Pacers four days ago. The two teams met three times last season, with two resulting in wins for the Pacers. The Pacers are 87-111 all-time versus the Pacers during the regular season, including 58-41 in home games and 29-70 in road games.

PROJECTED STARTERS

PACERS

G Andrew Nembhard

G Ethan Thompson

C Jay Huff

F Bennedict Mathurin

F Pascal Siakam

CELTICS

G Payton Pritchard

G Derrick White

C Neeimas Queta

F Jaylen Brown

F Josh Minott

Spread: Pacers +8.5 (-114), Celtics -8.5 (-106)

Moneyline: Pacers +290, Celtics -360

Total points scored: 221.5 (over -114, under -106)

INJURY REPORT

PACERS

Isaiah Jackson: Out – Concussion

Aaron Nesmith: Out – Knee

Ben Sheppard: Out – Calf

Obi Toppin: Out – Foot

Tyrese Haliburton: Out – Achilles

CELTICS

Chris Boucher: Out – Personal Reasons

Jayson Tatum: Out – Achilles

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With the pews packed, children felt the holiday cheer from inside Eastminster Presbyterian Church. 

It’s a spirit of giving that fills a room for those who’ve had an important part of their lives stolen.

“When my son was murdered, he was a student at Carnegie Mellon University, and he came home on Christmas break and was senselessly murdered,” said Adrienne Young, founder of the non-profit organization Tree of Hope. 

Young’s son, Javon Thompson, was killed, and one month later, his daughter, Tajaya Thompson, was born. That loss propelled Young to start her nonprofit. Now, for the last 26 years, she’s hosted a Christmas event for the children of parents lost to violence.

“It takes a whole village,” Young said. “And it does really take a whole village for these children that are being left behind.”

This annual event creates a moment of grace and giving with food and free toys.

“And we want to make sure that they have a good Christmas,” Young said.

During this year’s event, Tajaya Thompson received a gift from her dad.

“You know about your dad, but what you didn’t know was that he had $2,000 left in his bank account,” Young said. “Throughout the years, we spent way more than that. But we want to present you with the $2,000 that he had left in his account.”

For the Tree of Hope and Young, it’s about proving that when violence takes place, the community gives back. She’s truly shining a light in the darkest times for those who were forever changed by tragedy.

“We’ve had tragedy strike our family quite a few times. But each time, I say that there is something that we can do to make things better,” said Young.

Young said the nonprofit took off due to the help of Carnegie Mellon University and the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police. Now, it continues with the help of state Senator Jay Costa and UPMC.