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News Breaking News Philadelphia Firefighters Battle Blaze at 3-Story Building

Philadelphia Firefighters Battle Blaze at 3-Story Building

  • By Staff Report
  • News, Breaking News
  • Posted: January 07, 2026 EDT
  • Updated: January 07, 2026 07:08 AM EDT

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January 07, 2026 | Phila., PA

Firefighters responded to a box alarm at the intersection of 26th and Tasker streets, where heavy fire was showing from a three-story mixed-occupancy residential dwelling. Initial reports indicated possible people trapped on the third floor. Two engines and two ladders were placed in service, with a Rapid Intervention Team and medics added to the scene.

Command Report Heavy fire showing from 3 Story m/o/r occ Dwelling. Poss subjects on 3rd Floor. 2x2 In Service. Rapid Intervention Team & medic added.Command Report Heavy fire showing from 3 Story m/o/r occ Dwelling. Poss subjects on 3rd Floor. 2x2 In Service. Rapid Intervention Team & medic added.

The incident was dispatched at 7:03 a.m. on Jan. 7.

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