2 hurt in rowhome fire in Kensington section of Philadelphia, officials say
Crews are still fighting the blaze on the 3400 block of Reach Street, which started around 6 p.m. Two people were taken to the hospital, including one person who is in extremely critical condition, according to the Philadelphia Fire Department.
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