A large explosion took place inside a Forth Worth hotel on Monday. According to authorities, the “major incident” could cause mass casualties.
The hotel in question is “Sandman Signature Hotel”, which is located in downtown Forth Worth.
🚨BREAKING: Reports of a massive explosionat the Sandman Signature hotel in Fort Worth, Texas. Emergency services are warning there could be many casualties. pic.twitter.com/KphEMzMIuu
— Ben Kew 🏌️♂️ (@ben_kew) January 8, 2024
The firefighters immediately responded and are working to reunite families.
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 #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
A cause for the explosion has not been determined. According to the latest reports, it could be speculation, considering the short amount of time since the explosion. Given the recent events, this could just be a guess. There is no cause yet.
There are at least 10 injuries. No one has been confirmed dead. This story will be updated as the situation develops.
