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1 person found dead inside burning rowhome in North Philly Friday, officials say

When:

June 5, 2026 · 9:52 AM

Where:

Philadelphia weather forecast – NBC10 Philadelphia

Source:

Philadelphia weather forecast – NBC10 Philadelphia

A person was found dead inside a two-story home where dozens of firefighters were called to put out a fire on Friday night, according to the Philadelphia Fire Department. The fire happened at a rowhome on the 2700 block of West Oakdale Street in North Philadelphia around 8:50 p.m. on June 5, officials said. About 60 firefighters responded to the blaze and were able to put it under control by 9:30 p.m., officials reported. One person was found dead on the second floor of the home, according to fi