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2 kids arrested for allegedly setting six-alarm fire that tore through several Pennsylvania homes
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- Two minors were arrested for setting a massive fire at an abandoned warehouse in Allentown, Pennsylvania, which spread to eight homes and displaced seven families.
- The fire, which began around 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, was fueled primarily by radiant heat rather than direct flames, according to fire officials.
- Six homes were destroyed in the blaze, and one firefighter sustained minor injuries; no other injuries were reported.
- The suspects face multiple charges including arson, recklessly endangering others, conspiracy, and causing a catastrophe, but will be processed through the juvenile system due to their ages.
- The warehouse, formerly the American Atelier furniture factory, was slated for neighborhood economic revitalization before the fire.
