A fire erupted within a high-rise building in Pittsburgh's Allentown neighborhood today, prompting an emergency response and forcing the evacuation of residents. According to WPXI, the incident occurred in the 800 block of East Warrington Avenue around 11:24 a.m., clearing multiple floors as smoke filled the air.
Witnesses reported at least 50 people inside the building when the fire broke out. Fire crews were swift in their response, treating several individuals for smoke inhalation at the scene of the calamity. One person, overwhelmed by the smoky haze, required hospitalization. The severity of the injuries has not been detailed yet.
Neighboring news outlet WTAE also reported on the emergency, stating that responders were called to the scene at approximately 11:40 a.m. Despite the challenge posed by the high-rise structure, no further specifics of the fire's cause or extent have been released. Coverage of the unfolding situation is ongoing.
