
The State Police Fire Marshall is investigating an overnight fire at Thomas Campbell Apartments in South Strabane Twp. Washington County 9-1-1 tells WJPA News the call came in just after midnight. The initial report was for a kitchen fire in a sixth floor apartment. Arthur Keys, the Chairman of the Board for the complex tells WJPA that six people were transported to area hospitals. He says two were flown by medical helicopter to Pittsburgh hospitals but there is no word on their identities or conditions. Keys says some 35 other residents have been displaced are are at the Suburban Inn at Jessop Place and are being assisted by the Red Cross. Keys says two apartments suffered major fire damage while others below have water damage. According to 9-1-1, eight fire departments responded along with some 19 ambulance services. South Strabane Township Fire Chief Scott Reese says numerous residents had to be rescued and assisted from the building. Tune to 95.3FM/1450AM for the very latest.