David Chang

Firefighter, Resident Hospitalized After South Philly Building Fire

A firefighter and a resident were both hospitalized following a fire at a South Philly building Tuesday afternoon.

The fire started at a building with apartments inside on 16th and Ritner streets. Firefighters were able to bring the flames under control in about 20 minutes.

A person inside the building was taken to Jefferson University Hospital and is currently in stable condition. A firefighter was also taken to Jefferson for observation.

Officials are currently investigating the cause.

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