Deadly Bethlehem fire ruled an accident

BETHLEHEM, Pa. - April 14, 2008 Fire Marshal Robert Novatnack says unattended candles ignited some papers and plastic items to start the fire.

The March 9 fire killed 5-year-old Jai-Lynn Echevarria, 8-year-old Nyasia Echevarria, 11-year-old Anthony Echevarria and 13-year-old Jonathan Echevarria.

Twelve-year-old Manny Garcia jumped from a second-floor window and spent three weeks in the hospital. Five firefighters were also injured.

Novatnack reported the cause of the fire Monday.

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Information from: The Morning Call, http://www.mcall.com

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