More than 150 residents of a Bradenton assisted living facility are being evacuated following a significant structural collapse at the facility Saturday evening, according to Manatee County.
Manatee County Public Safety and Emergency Medical Services, in coordination with the Bradenton Fire Department, city of Bradenton and regional partners, are assisting with the evacuation and relocation of approximately 157 residents from Aviata at Bradenton Villas, 105 15th St. E., according to a news release.
No injuries have been reported, and no additional emergency response units have been requested, according to the release. No further details about the collapse have been released.
Bradenton Fire Department personnel and Manatee County EMS district chiefs responded to the scene to assist with the evacuation and ensure residents could be safely relocated.
Transportation and alternate accommodations are being arranged for the affected residents. Due to the number of individuals requiring relocation, the response includes assistance from regional partners in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties, which are providing additional transportation resources, including ambulances and accessible transit vehicles.
“This is exactly the kind of situation where strong partnerships and preparation make a difference,” said Manatee County Commissioner Amanda Ballard, who was at the facility during the response. “Our priority is making sure every resident is safely relocated and cared for during what is undoubtedly a difficult and disruptive situation. I’m grateful to our Public Safety team, Bradenton Fire Department and our regional partners for stepping up quickly to help these residents and their families.”
Bradenton Mayor Gene Brown added: “This is a challenging situation, and our hearts are with the residents and their families.”