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Video Footage Captures Youngstown Building Explosion Firsthand, Leaving One Dead and Seven Injured

Youngstown, Ohio – A gas explosion in the downtown Realty Building has left one person dead and injured seven others. A newly released video provides a glimpse into the chilling moments leading up to the explosion that rocked the building. The footage captures the chaos inside the building as the fire alarm blares, prompting individuals to evacuate. One resident, Ashia Simmons, recounts the harrowing experience of swiftly leaving the building with her 10-month-old son just …

Gas Explosion Investigation Reveals Shocking Timeline: Only Six Minutes Between Gas Line Cut and Youngstown Blast

Youngstown, Ohio – The National Transportation Safety Board held a press conference on Friday evening, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding the gas explosion at the Realty Building in downtown Youngstown. Investigators revealed that there was a mere six minutes between when the gas line was cut and the subsequent explosion earlier in the week. During the press conference, NTSB board member Tom Chapman shared that workers were in the basement of the building on …

DoubleTree Hotel in Youngstown Closed Indefinitely Following Downtown Explosion

Youngstown, Ohio – After a tragic explosion, Youngstown officials have announced the closure of the DoubleTree hotel and the Realty Tower building to the public. This decision comes in the aftermath of the deadly incident that shook Downtown Youngstown. The Bistro 1907 restaurant, situated within the DoubleTree hotel, will remain closed until June 17 as a result of the explosion that occurred in the nearby Realty Building. The restaurant took to social media to express …

Residents of Realty Tower in Youngstown Seek Answers After Deadly Gas Explosion

Youngstown, Ohio – Following a tragic explosion at the Realty Tower that claimed one life and injured several individuals, residents are left displaced and concerned for their safety and future. Tracey Winbush, a resident of the tower, expressed her frustrations about the gas-related issues that had been reported to building management prior to the explosion. The incident, which resulted in the death of Chase Bank employee Akil Drake, has raised questions about the integrity of …

Demolition Crew Works Diligently to Find Victim of Youngstown Explosion – Local Hero Steps Up to the Challenge

Youngstown, Ohio – After a fatal gas explosion in downtown Youngstown earlier this week, a local demolition crew worked tirelessly to recover the victim, Akil Drake, who tragically lost his life in the incident. The owner of ProQuality Demolition, Cosmo Iamurri, was called to the scene late Tuesday night to excavate Realty Tower where the explosion took place. Iamurri, along with his team, faced the challenging task of carefully combing through the rubble to locate …

Investigation Focuses on Fatal Blast in Youngstown, Ohio Building Explosion

Youngstown, Ohio – An explosion near Central Square in downtown Youngstown, Ohio, resulted in one fatality and left seven others injured. The incident, which occurred on a Tuesday afternoon, affected a building housing a Chase bank and apartments. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has launched an investigation into the explosion, with a particular focus on a cut to an inactive gas line that was still pressurized. The NTSB dispatched a team of investigators specializing …

Investigation Launched into Deadly Youngstown Building Explosion by National Transportation Safety Board

Youngstown, Ohio – The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has initiated an investigation into the tragic explosion that occurred at the Chase Bank building in Youngstown. The explosion resulted in multiple fatalities and extensive damage to the surrounding area. NTSB’s involvement suggests a potential transportation-related cause for the incident. The NTSB is known for its thorough investigations into transportation-related accidents, with a focus on determining the root cause to prevent future occurrences. The decision to …

Gas Explosion in Youngstown, Ohio: Body Camera Video Captures Heroic First Responders in Action

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Body camera footage captured the chaotic aftermath of a building explosion in downtown Youngstown that left one person dead and seven others injured. The explosion, which occurred at the Realty building housing Chase Bank and apartments, sent debris flying across the area. Shortly before 3 p.m. on Tuesday, emergency responders rushed to the scene of the explosion, where firefighters worked alongside law enforcement officials to rescue individuals trapped in the wreckage. The …

investigation underway after deadly explosion rocks downtown Youngstown

Youngstown, Ohio – A tragic explosion in downtown Youngstown left one person dead and seven others injured, prompting state officials to launch an investigation into the incident. The explosion, which occurred at the Realty Building on 47 Federal Plaza, claimed the life of Akil Drake, a 27-year-old Pittsburgh native and employee of a Chase Bank branch located within the building. Authorities initially attributed the explosion to a natural gas leak, but the cause is currently …

NTSB Launches Investigation into Fatal Gas Explosion at Youngstown Bank Building

Youngstown, Ohio – An explosion at the Chase Bank building in downtown Youngstown has left one person dead and seven others hospitalized. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has announced that pipeline and hazardous materials investigators will be sent to investigate the incident. The explosion occurred at approximately 2:45 p.m. on Tuesday, causing chaos in the area as debris scattered across the sidewalk. The body of 27-year-old Chase Bank employee Akil Drake was tragically found …