1 woman dead, another rescued after large fire engulfs row of homes in Allentown: officials
Young woman dead after large fire engulfs row of homes in Allentown: officials
Residents awoke to terrifying scenes early Sunday morning as a massive blaze erupted in one Allentown neighborhood, and claimed the life of a young woman.
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Residents awoke to terrifying scenes early Sunday morning as a massive blaze erupted in one Allentown neighborhood, and claimed the life of a young woman.
Fire officials say the fire started around 6:30 a.m on the 900 block of North Penn Street.
Flames spread to three homes, however, four additional homes were also damaged by smoke.
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A 28-year-old woman, identified as Milagros Fonseca, became a victim of the fire when she was pronounced dead at a local hospital.
Another woman was rescued from one of the homes, according to officials, who say a child was found safe outside after being reported missing.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.