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Deadly fire in North Philadelphia under investigation
Officials say a body was discovered inside a building after fire crews put out a blaze overnight in North Philadelphia.
PHILADELPHIA - An investigation is underway after a fire in North Philadelphia turned deadly.
Officials say fire crews responded to the 2600 block of North 16th Street shortly after 2:30 a.m. on Wednesday morning.
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According to authorities, firefighters got the fire under control in about 20 minutes and later discovered a body inside.
The structure was believed to have been vacant when the fire broke out.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.