ABINGTON TWP., Pa. (WPVI) — A four-alarm fire continues to rage Tuesday morning after tearing through an industrial complex in Abington Township, Pennsylvania. Residents within a 1-mile radius have been asked to shelter in place due to the smoke and particulates from the blaze.
Officials give update on massive SPS fire in Abington Twp.
The fire broke out around 9:43 p.m. Monday at SPS Technologies, located on the 300 block of Highland Avenue in Montgomery County.
Many roads in the area are blocked as crews remain on the scene Tuesday morning, targeting hot spots.
Black smoke could still be seen billowing out of the building Tuesday afternoon, more than 13 hours after the first alarm.
The view from Chopper 6 on Monday night showed heavy flames consuming the property.
Chopper 6 video: Crews battle massive fire at warehouse in Abington Township, Pa.
Officials said the building was immediately evacuated and all occupants have been accounted for.
People nearby rushed out of their homes to see what was going on. Some witnesses reported hearing explosions.
Officials said 68 different fire companies in the area responded to the scene.
Aqua, SEPTA, as well as Pennsylvania and federal EPA officials are on site. Departments of public safety from Bucks, Montgomery and Chester counties also responded.
Hazmat & Air Quality
Hazmat crews are continuing to monitor air quality and runoff water in the area. So far, officials say tests have not detected any threats to the public.
Any residence or business within a one-mile radius of the complex should remain closed until further notice.
IMAGE: Any residence or business within a one-mile radius of SPS Technologies should remain closed until further notice.
Schools Closed
The Abington School District, Jenkintown School District, Cheltenham School District and all private and parochial schools will be closed on Tuesday.
SEPTA Impacts
SEPTA says the fire is also impacting service on the Doylestown and Warminster regional rail lines.
No injuries have been reported, although officials said there are concerns after first responders were exposed to the hazardous materials.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
A raging four-alarm fire tore through the SPS Technologies complex in Abington Township, Pennsylvania.
According to its website, SPS Technologies manufactures fasteners and other components for aerospace, transportation, racing, farm and industrial markets.
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