Philadelphia

Mother and Son Injured in North Philadelphia Home Fire

A mother and her son were injured in a fire in North Philadelphia Friday morning, one was reported in critical condition by fire officials.

Fire officials say the adult son was able to escape the blaze and was found face-down outside the home. The mother was rescued from inside the home.

Both were taken to Temple hospital suffering from smoke inhalation.

The fire broke out along the 200 block of West Tioga Street around 5.

Skyforce10 was overhead as the mother was taken away on a stretcher.

Officials said the fire spread to adjacent homes and displaced at least two people.

Red Paw Emergency Relief Team was on the scene to assist with displaced pets.

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