An explosion at the Sandman Signature Hotel in downtown Fort Worth injured multiple people, with 21 hospitalized or treated on the scene.
The blast, believed to be a gas explosion, occurred in the hotel’s basement restaurant.
The fire department, ATF, and FBI are investigating the cause. (Trending: Joe Biden Sets New Presidential Record)
The explosion caused extensive damage, with some individuals trapped and injured. The restaurant, Musume, sustained significant damage, and three employees were injured.
The area around the hotel has been closed off, and the city’s emergency response agencies are actively involved.
The state of Texas is offering support, and the building’s structural integrity is being assessed.
“Gas has been isolated to the affected area, and we will continue to assist the Fort Worth Fire and Police Departments and all officials in support of their investigation,” an Atmos spokesperson wrote.
“Everything fell, the walls, the floor, everything,” worker Josè Mira said. “It’s a miracle I’m alive.”
“We need to be able to walk out of that building and know definitively that we’ve gotten everybody out,” fire department spokesman Craig Trojacek stated.
“All of us at Musume are devastated by the tragic explosion that took place this afternoon at the Sandman Signature Hotel, which is the home of our restaurant,” Musume co-founder Josh Babb said.
“Luckily, Musume was closed during the time of the explosion, so we had no customers dining and limited employees working. Three Musume employees were injured, but are being treated in the hospital and in stable condition.”
“When I heard the boom I was in the middle of the street,” nearby resident Barbara Jacobs said. “To see it firsthand, oh my God it was scariest thing I ever seen.”
The incident has led to an outpouring of support from various officials and organizations.
“There has been an explosion incident in downtown Fort Worth this afternoon, and every Fort Worth emergency response agency is on hand responding,” Mayor Mattie Parker wrote on X. “My heart and prayers are with those who were injured as we continue managing response.”
“I am deeply proud of the swift and professional response from our FW and area first responders today,” Parker said. “I am humbled by the offers from our state leadership to support our city.”
“The State of Texas is in close contact with Mayor Parker, Sheriff Waybourn, and other local partners and first responders in Fort Worth to assist with emergency response efforts following the tragic explosion at the Sandman Hotel,” Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said.
“We continue to monitor the situation and stand ready to immediately deploy any additional personnel and resources needed to keep Texans in the area safe and out of harm’s way. Cecilia and I ask all Texans to pray for those who were injured in the explosion, as well as those bravely responding to keep others safe.”
“Our thoughts are with the businesses and individuals impacted by today’s events in the heart of Fort Worth. The Chamber stands ready to support our community during this difficult time, offering guidance and resources to our members,” Fort Worth Chamber CEO Steve Montgomery said.
“The Sandman Signature Hotel, a valued member of the Fort Worth Chamber, has our full support in navigating through these challenging circumstances.”
“We’re praying for those who are injured, and know the city of Fort Worth stands by to find out what happened, how it happened and how we can prevent it moving forward,” District 9 City Council member Elizabeth Beck said.
“I want our community to know they are safe, and we are doing everything we can to assess the situation as quickly as possible,” Beck added.
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