Harlem Township Division of Fire was dispatched yesterday afternoon after reports of a house fire in Delaware County. According to a press release, the house “exploded” while an occupant was in the shower.
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The release said, “Today (10/27), Harlem Township Division of Fire was dispatched to the report of a structure fire. According to the 911 caller, the occupant was in the shower when the house “exploded”. The occupant was able to make it to the neighbor’s house to have them call 911. Upon arrival, crews observed a structure fully engulfed in flames. A coordinated fire attack was started, and the dogs of the home were safely removed. The victim was transported by Delaware County EMS with burn injuries.”
According to the Harlem Township Division of Fire, the cause of the blast is still under investigation by the State Fire Marshal’s office. The home is reportedly a total loss, and the family’s dogs were safely removed…