6 people displaced after Harrison Twp. house fire

Six people, including four children were displaced after fire damaged a Harrison Township home late Monday night.

Crews were dispatched to the 2200 block of Chamberlin Avenue around 11:15 p.m. and reported smoke showing from the home.

Harrison Township Fire Chief Mark Lynch said the cause of the fire was unattended cooking, with the bulk of the fire contained to the kitchen area.

All occupants were able to evacuate safely and no injuries were reported.

Lynch said additional crews from surrounding departments was requested to help keep crews fresh due to the heat and humidity.

Damage to the home was estimated at $5,000.

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