Crime & Safety

West Whiteland Police: Trailer Manufacturer Investigating Explosion

People in the area being evacuated to East Whiteland Fire Department.

The manufacturer of a hydrogen tank that exploded in West Whiteland Wednesday morning is now investigating the cause of the accident, according to Det. Scott Pezick of the West Whiteland Police. Nearby residents were evacuated due to the possibility of other tanks exploding, but that evacuation has been lifted and people are free to return to their homes.

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