A class-action lawsuit has been filed against SPS Technologies after a "ferocious four-alarm fire and explosion" at their facility located at 301 Highland Avenue in Abington Township last Monday. The fire lasted nearly five days, causing evacuations and school closures due to concerns about environmental safety. No injuries were reported among the 60 employees at the site, as per NBC Philadelphia.
A lawsuit has been filed against SPS Technologies, accusing the company of not properly operating and inspecting its facility. The lawsuit mentions previous incidents and risks related to processes such as forging with high-temperature furnaces and electroplating with flammable hydrogen gas. The lead plaintiff, a school bus driver, is seeking compensation for lost wages and emotional distress from potential exposure to harmful chemicals, as detailed by CBS News.
The Environmental Protection Agency is continuing efforts to assess the environmental impact of a recent fire. As of last Saturday, no harmful contaminant levels were found in the air or drinking water, but some chemicals were detected in Tookany Creek, which is not a source of drinking water. The results of further testing are expected. SPS Technologies, the company involved, has not responded to requests for comment regarding a lawsuit. A hotline has been set up for community inquiries. The investigation into the cause of the fire is being conducted by the Abington fire marshal and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, as reported by CBS News.
