A Friday night in Philadelphia’s Olney neighborhood turned frightening when a house fire broke out in a two-story twin home on the 200 block of West Duncannon Avenue, sending two children to the hospital. Fire crews arrived to find smoke pouring from the home and brought the blaze under control in about 20 minutes.
Scene and victims
According to 6ABC, the fire started around 9 p.m. A boy and a girl were rescued from the home and taken to St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children. Officials have not released any information about their conditions, and investigators have not yet determined what sparked the fire.
Fire safety and city resources
The Philadelphia Fire Department reminds residents that they can request free smoke alarm installation by calling 311, and recommends keeping bedroom doors closed and practicing an escape plan to cut down on smoke inhalation risk. The Philadelphia Fire Department provides guidance on home fire safety and installs sealed-battery smoke alarms in eligible homes.
Investigation ongoing
Fire Marshal’s Office investigators are working to pinpoint how the blaze began, and officials have not released any additional details. As 6ABC reports, the cause remains under investigation and authorities have not yet provided an update on the children’s conditions.
