Crews have spent hours working to put out the flames that overtook at least a dozen homes on Ferry St. in Easton. A shelter has been made for victims at a nearby gymnasium. NBC10’s Johnny Archer has the details.
Crews are battling a 6-alarm fire that damaged at least 15 homes in Easton, Northampton County, on Monday afternoon.
The Easton Police Department said crews have put out the fire but will remain on scene until the morning to keep an eye on things.
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The fire started around 10th and Ferry Streets, according to sources. It took crews of over 200 firefighters from multiple companies to get the fire under control.
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At this time the cause and origin of the fire is under investigation.
Those that have been displaced are being offered shelter at a nearby gymnasium.
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