7 displaced after fire spreads to several homes on Fishtown block

Officials say the fire spread to neighboring homes, causing a partial collapse at one of the properties.

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Monday, January 30, 2023
Fire spreads to several homes in Fishtown; 7 displaced
Heavy flames and smoke could be seen coming from a home.

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- At least seven people have been displaced after a fire in the Fishtown section of Philadelphia.

Firefighters were called to the 500 block of East Cabot Street around 2:30 a.m. Monday.

Heavy flames and smoke could be seen coming from a home.

Officials say the fire spread to neighboring homes, causing a partial collapse at one of the properties.

The Red Cross was called to the scene to assist those displaced.

No injuries have been reported.