Officials identify girl killed in Reading fire

  • Source: WFMZ-TV 69 Allentown
  • Published: 01/26/2023 07:00 PM

We're learning more about a fire that left a 13-year-old girl dead in Reading. It happened on Summit Avenue around 4 a.m. Saturday. Fire officials say Empressi Martin died of smoke inhalation. A 56-year-old man is still in critical condition. Officials say it was sparked by the improper use of a heating appliance, which led to the ignition of nearby combustible materials. The fire started in the first-floor living room. The fire is classified as accidental. The structure has been declared unsafe due to the fire damage and will likely be a total loss, according to the Fire Marshal's Office. The damage estimate for the building and contents is $100,000. The Office of Fire Marshal said it would like to remind everyone: Practice in home fire drills and have a dedicated meeting place for family members.



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