Officials: Underground fire causes major issues along North Broad Street

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia police are investigating an underground fire causing major issues in the city's Ogontz section.

The incident began Tuesday between the 5600 and 5800 blocks of N. Broad Street.
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Officials say multiple manhole covers have blown off into the street and nearby buildings.

An estimated 50-to-60 people have been evacuated, according to authorities.

The investigation into the cause of the fire is still ongoing.
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