The City of Reading Department of Fire & Rescue Services has released new information on several recent and past fire incidents, along with a renewed call for property owners to maintain fire protection systems.
Fatal fire on Angelica Street
Firefighters responded to a fire at 20 Angelica Street on Sunday, October 26, 2025, involving a stand-alone storage building. According to the department, the fire began when candles were placed too close to combustible materials. The incident resulted in a fatality. City officials extended their condolences to the family and noted that the fire underscores the importance of basic safety precautions…