At a Glance
- Fire crews responded at 2:30 a.m. to a rowhome fire on South Bonsall Street
- Icy conditions complicated overnight firefighting efforts
- No injuries reported, according to officials
- Why it matters: The blaze damaged a South Philadelphia home while crews contended with winter hazards
Fire crews battled both flames and icy conditions overnight as they worked to extinguish a rowhome fire on South Bonsall Street in South Philadelphia, officials told News Of Philadelphia.
Fire Breaks Out Overnight
According to officials, crews were dispatched around 2:30 a.m. after flames erupted inside a rowhome along the 1900 block of South Bonsall Street. Smoke and fire filled the home as firefighters arrived on scene.
Crews worked quickly to remove burning furniture from the residence Monday morning. Officials said the removal helped prevent the fire from spreading further inside the structure.
Cold Weather Challenges
Freezing temperatures created additional obstacles for responding crews. Water used to fight the fire quickly turned to ice on surrounding surfaces, making footing treacherous.
Firefighters had to balance extinguishing the flames with avoiding slips and falls on the icy pavement. The cold also required crews to rotate more frequently to prevent hypothermia.
No Injuries Reported
Officials confirmed that no one was injured during the incident. Residents inside the rowhome evacuated safely before crews arrived.
Firefighters also escaped without injury despite the challenging conditions. Officials credited training for working in winter weather with keeping responders safe.
Investigation Underway
The cause of the fire remains under investigation, according to officials. Fire investigators have not released any preliminary findings about what may have ignited the flames.
Officials said they will examine several potential sources as part of the ongoing investigation. Crews remained on scene for several hours to ensure the fire was fully extinguished.
Key Takeaways
- Fire erupted around 2:30 a.m. at a South Philadelphia rowhome
- Icy conditions complicated firefighting efforts overnight
- No residents or firefighters were injured
- The cause remains under investigation
