Loud explosion shakes Middletown Neighborhood, dogs rescued from home

MIDDLETOWN, Pa. — An explosion and fire rocked the Snowball Gate development on Saturday, prompting a flood of 911 calls, according to the Middletown Township Police Department. The incident occurred on Silver Spruce Road, where authorities located the source of the explosion.

The residents were not home at the time of the explosion, but three dogs were safely rescued from the property. Firefighters and police remain on the scene as investigations continue.

Officials have not released further details, and residents are advised to avoid the area while the investigation is underway.

McKEES ROCKS, Pa. — The Allegheny County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Saturday night in McKees Rocks. Authorities were alerted to the incident in the 300 block of Ella Street at approximately 10:38 p.m. on September 14.

First responders arrived at the scene to find an adult male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Detectives have begun an investigation, but no further details have been released at this time.

WOODBURY, N.J. — A dry-rotted telephone pole has fallen across Route 45 near Nelson Avenue, completely blocking all lanes of traffic, the Woodbury City Police Department reported Sunday morning.

PSEG is on the scene working to repair the damage, but Route 45 will remain closed in both directions until early afternoon.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes. Authorities thanked the public for their patience during the closure.