Published March 06. 2026 11:27AM
Fire companies from Lower Macungie, Emmaus and South Whitehall responded to a reported house fire with entrapment Feb. 24. The fire was reported around 7 p.m. on Lee Street in Macungie borough.
Macungie EMS were the first to arrive on the scene and reported heavy smoke coming from the home. The resident was able to leave through the back door with help from an EMS crew from Macungie Ambulance. Fire crews were able to quickly bring the fire under control and prevent it from spreading to adjacent homes. Crews were on scene for several hours doing overhaul.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Lower Macungie Fire Department’s aerial truck is set up in front of a residence along Lee Street to access the roof Feb. 24.
Press Photos by Tim SinglesFire crews use ground ladders to gain access to the second story of the residence to check for fire extension.
Heavy smoke can be seen from the second floor of the home.
