Explosion, 5-alarm fire in Bethlehem

BETHLEHEM, Pa. - April 26, 2009 The fire broke out about 6:45 p.m. at a home in the 600 block of 9th Avenue on the north side of Bethlehem.

Police at the scene say that a homeowners' grill fire sparked an explosion of a propane tank which led to the subsequent fire.

At least two twin homes were severely damaged by the flames.

Visibility was down to about a city block for about a half a mile around the fire.

Crews from Allentown and Easton showed up to fight the fire.

Two firefighters were transported to a hospital for unknown reasons.

Hours later, the fire was brought under control.

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