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Allentown, Pennsylvania, fire forces evacuations, destroys industrial building

CBS News • June 25, 2026 • nation

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A six-alarm fire broke out at an old furniture factory on North Front Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania, around 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, spreading across the street and damaging seven homes.
Firefighters had to retreat from the building due to collapse risks, and residents on the 300 block were evacuated through their backyards, while others nearby were instructed to shelter in place.
Over 1,600 customers lost power due to a shutdown by PPL Electric Utilities, with about 1,000 still affected as of early Thursday morning.
More than two dozen fire departments assisted in controlling the blaze, which was contained after approximately two hours; one firefighter sustained minor injuries but is expected to recover.
The American Red Cross is assisting displaced residents, and fire officials have urged those affected to contact the Red Cross or the Allentown fire marshal’s office; the cause of the fire remains unknown.

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