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One Dead, One Hurt in Three-Alarm Bristol Fire That Damaged Multiple Homes

Officials are coordinating an investigation into the blaze’s origin.

Overview

  • Flames broke out just after 6 p.m. at 340 Dorrance Street on the 300 block in Bristol, Bucks County.
  • At least five homes were affected, including a duplex that was destroyed and another residence with severe smoke damage.
  • Roughly 100 firefighters arrived within minutes and brought the fire under control in about 90 minutes.
  • Authorities confirmed one fatality and one injured person, with names withheld pending further procedures.
  • The Bucks County fire marshal’s office is leading the cause-and-origin probe, which remains in its early stages.