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3 people dead after house fire in Schuylkill County

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Three people are dead, including two firefighters, after a house fire in Schuylkill County.

The fire started at about 4 p.m. in West Penn Township. While attempting to put out the flames two firefighters became trapped inside.

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They were rescued but later died from their injuries.

One other deceased victim was found in the home.

The cause of the fire is still being investigated.

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