A huge explosion rocked the downtown area of Fort Worth, leading to a mass casualty incident at the Sandman Hotel.
WFAA has reported that the incident is suspected to have been caused by a gas explosion.
“We are currently working a Major Incident. Please avoid the downtown area. PIOs are on scene. We will share more details as soon as we can confirm more information,” Forth Worth Police wrote on X.
We are currently working a Major Incident. Please avoid the downtown area.
PIOs are on scene.
We will share more details as soon as we can confirm more information. pic.twitter.com/oI7DxKO7eR— Fort Worth Police (@fortworthpd) January 8, 2024
“The FWFD (along with multiple other emergency responders) is on scene of a major incident in downtown #FortWorth. PLEASE avoid this area. We will provide updated information as it becomes available,” the Forth Worth Fire Department wrote.
The #FWFD (along with multiple other emergency responders) is on scene of a major incident in downtown #FortWorth. PLEASE avoid this area. We will provide updated information as it becomes available. Follow our #FWDowntownAlert for updated details moving forward. pic.twitter.com/XK5sHtTaBe
— Fort Worth Fire Department (@FortWorthFire) January 8, 2024
The explosion caused significant damage to the infrastructure of the Sandman Hotel, a popular destination for both tourists and business travelers. Windows of the building were shattered by the blast, and a cloud of smoke was seen billowing from the site.
According to reports, 10 individuals have been hospitalized following injuries sustained in the explosion.
WATCH:
#BREAKING: Significant Explosion has taken place at a Hotel with mass casualty incident declared
Currently, numerous authorities and other law enforcement personnel are on the scene of a significant gas explosion at the Sandman Signature hotel in… pic.twitter.com/63bd2c7qnb
— R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts) January 8, 2024
Another video:
BREAKING: Explosion at Fort Worth, Texas hotel with mass casualty incident declared pic.twitter.com/vMZaIZ3wA5
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) January 8, 2024
Aerial view of the scene of the explosion at Sandman Hotel:
JUST IN – Aerial view of the scene of explosion at Sandman hotel in downtown Fort Worth, Texas pic.twitter.com/Gx4UFpiZDQ
— Insider Paper (@TheInsiderPaper) January 8, 2024
Families seeking information about their loved ones are advised to go to Sundance Square.
“The family reunification area for those who were involved in the downtown incident this afternoon will be at SUNDANCE SQUARE. If you are looking for a loved one, please go to Sundance Square (420 Main Street) for more information,” the fire department wrote.
4:50PM UPDATE: The exact address for the family assistance center/reunification area is 200 5th Street (the parking lot for Sundance Square). #FWDowntownAlert
— Fort Worth Fire Department (@FortWorthFire) January 8, 2024
This is a developing story, and we will continue to provide updates as new information becomes available.
