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Four Dead, Six Hurt in Lebanon, Pa., House Fire During Birthday Gathering

Investigators attribute the blaze to a living‑room electrical outlet, with a state police fire marshal examining the scene.

Overview

  • Victims include a 1-year-old, a 4-year-old, a 17-year-old and a 73-year-old, according to the mayor.
  • Ten people were inside the Church Street rental home, several visiting for a birthday celebration, when the fire broke out.
  • Firefighters dispatched at 8:43 a.m. found the first and second floors fully engulfed, rescued three people, withdrew as conditions worsened, then re-entered to recover two victims.
  • Six survivors were injured, with one in critical condition, one in stable condition, and four with minor injuries; names have not been released.
  • Officials ruled the fire accidental and electrical in origin, and the community has begun a memorial as the Red Cross and local groups organize assistance.