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Fire in Camden, New Jersey destroys at least four rowhomes

Families displaced after fire destroys rowhomes in Camden County
Families displaced after fire destroys rowhomes in Camden County 00:23

CAMDEN, N.J. -- Investigators are working to determine the cause of a fire that destroyed at least four rowhomes in Camden, New Jersey on Friday night. 

Officials say the blaze broke out just before 10 p.m. on Ware Street and quickly jumped to a 3-alarm fire before crews were able to gain control. 

Chopper 3 was over the scene Friday night where portions of the collapsed roof could be seen from above. 

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The fire forced several people from their homes. The Red Cross New Jersey said they are assisting nine people from two families.

Officials are still investigating what sparked the fire.

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