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Franklin Township House Fire Kills 1 Adult, 4 Children

Investigators have not determined a cause, with victims' identities pending confirmation.

Overview

  • Crews were dispatched around 11:48 p.m. to a residence on the first block of Willow Street in Franklin Township, Carbon County.
  • Firefighters reported the first floor and the rear of the second floor were fully engulfed when they arrived.
  • State police confirmed five victims were found inside the home, identified only as one adult and four children.
  • At least one other person was taken to a hospital, and no condition information has been released.
  • Authorities say the investigation is ongoing as they process the scene and work to identify the victims.