Waynesboro, PA - Three Hospitalized in Johnson Controls Explosion in Franklin Co

Waynesboro, PA (June 15, 2024) – Three people were taken to the hospital after an explosion at Johnson Controls in Franklin County earlier this week, and authorities have now released further details related to the incident.

According to Mary Kay Seville with the Franklin County Department of Emergency Services, two people were taken from the scene by helicopter after an explosion around 7:30 a.m., per officer reports on Wednesday. Pennsylvania State Police say the three people each have non-life-threatening injuries ranging from minor to severe, though troopers did not expand on their identities or current conditions.

State Police say the machine/equipment where the explosion occurred was damaged, but the rest of the building was unharmed. Troopers say the incident is believed to be accidental, but an investigation is still ongoing. A Johnson Controls spokesperson released a statement on Tuesday afternoon in response to the incident, ensuring further inquiry, but no additional details have been released. Witnesses or those with additional information were asked to get in touch with Waynesboro investigators.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families. We hope for their full recovery.

Workplace Accidents in Pennsylvania

Workplaces are supposed to be some of the safest places throughout Pennsylvania. However, accidents happen every day within the state that lead to serious injuries or even take the lives of those involved within the state. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said that, in the most recent year, nearly 150 people lost their lives in fatal Pennsylvania workplace accidents. Many workplaces are more dangerous than others, and construction accidents happen more often than most. If you have been hurt in a construction accident that you believe is not your fault, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust.

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If you have been hurt in an accident, you may wonder where you can turn for recovery. Speaking with a Waynesboro workplace accident attorney is one of the best decisions can make during these challenging times. The aftermath of a workplace accident can lead to a long recovery. Because of this, our attorneys at Edelstein Martin & Nelson are here to help you.

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