An explosion rocked downtown Fort Worth on Monday afternoon, according to a statement from Fort Worth Chief Communications Officer Reyne Telles. The incident led to a visible plume of smoke towering above the high rises, and debris is reported to be scattered in the vicinity of city hall.
The Fort Worth Police Department issued a cautionary message on social media, urging people to avoid the downtown area. They stated, “We are currently working a Major Incident. PIOs are on the scene. We will share more details as soon as we can confirm more information.” The situation is under active investigation, and further updates are awaited.
We are currently working a Major Incident. Please avoid the downtown area.
PIOs are on scene.
We will share more details as soon as we can confirm more information. pic.twitter.com/oI7DxKO7eR— Fort Worth Police (@fortworthpd) January 8, 2024
The #FWFD (along with multiple other emergency responders) is on scene of a major incident in downtown #FortWorth. PLEASE avoid this area. We will provide updated information as it becomes available. Follow our #FWDowntownAlert for updated details moving forward. pic.twitter.com/XK5sHtTaBe
— Fort Worth Fire Department (@FortWorthFire) January 8, 2024