Seven people have been confirmed dead after an explosion at a historic chocolate factory in West Reading Friday night, according to officials, and all are presumed to be accounted for. Just one person was rescued from the rubble over the weekend.
Firefighters responded to R.M. Palmer Company on South 2nd Avenue around 5 p.m. Friday for reports of an explosion and a multi-alarm fire.
Officials stated two people were discovered in the wreckage Sunday evening, bringing the total number of deaths to seven. Leaders noted they are waiting on the coroner’s office for official confirmation.A day earlier, officials said there was "a sign of hope" after a woman was found alive among the rubble of the deadly blast.
Officials did say a recovery effort is still underway, calling it a "long, long process" as crews continue to carefully remove debris to find the remaining missing people. A recovery fund has been created by the Berks County Community Foundation and United Way to support those who have lost a loved one, been displaced from their home or employment, or are still waiting on word after the recent tragedy.
"She went to work, she's confirmed to have gone to work, but we don't know anything about her," Soto said.An outpouring of support has also been aimed at R.M. Palmer, the historic chocolate company that local leaders say has been an upstanding member and integral partner in the community for decades.
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