Local Nov 17, 2025
Fire crews respond after reported explosion at Beaver Co. salvage yard
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Several fire crews are on the scene after a reported explosion at a vehicle salvage yard in Beaver County.
An official with Darlington Borough tells KDKA Radio the explosion was heard around 2:45 p.m. at Brickyard Auto Parts,
The former brick plant is now a vehicle salvage yard.
The explosion caused heavy smoke in the small community, with the borough secretary saying some where complaining of headaches.
According to preliminary information the fire started in a scrape pile.
A councilmember tells KDKA Radio EMS was called but no serious injuries were reported.











