Authorities released the name of the man killed in a fast-moving trailer home fire that happened Sunday night in Falls Township.
Peter J. Kerner III, 62, died of smoke and soot inhalation, Bucks County Coroner Dr. Joseph Campbell said. His death has been ruled accidental.
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The man, who was a father and grandfather, was found dead by firefighters in the rear of the trailer just after 8 p.m., fire officials said Sunday night.
One other person suffered minor injuries and was taken to the hospital, Levittown Fire Co. No. 1 Chief Rich VanSchaick told reporters at the scene. He added that no firefighters were hurt battling the flames.
As of Monday afternoon, investigators have not released the cause of the blaze.
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Neighbors said family of Kerner were always in and out of the house. Two different nearby homeowners said at least eight people, including children, were in the home at the time of the fire.
The Red Paw Emergency Relief Team told LevittownNow.com that Kerner’s dog, Maggie, is in their care and in need of a temporary foster family until the victim’s kin can get back on their feet.
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The dog is 5-years-old, good with children, people and other small dogs, they said. She is set to be spayed.
“If you are able to help foster her, please email us at redpawadopt@gmail.com with as much information about your living situation as possible,” Red Paw said.
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