Three dozen people displaced by Berks fire

The Pennsylvania Rivers Chapter of the American Red Cross say they’ve assisted 38 people — 28 adults and ten children — after a multi-apartment fire on North Fifth Street in Reading.

Their Disaster Action Team responded and has opened a temporary evacuation center to assist displaced residents with comfort, care, resources, and other assistance.

Red Cross caseworkers will continue working with each individual and family to develop recover plans.

Anyone in need of assistance should call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).