A devastating New Year’s Eve fire that engulfed a home in the Levittown section of Falls Township remains under investigation as of Tuesday.
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According to Fire Marshal Rich Dippolito, the blaze, which broke out just before 6:45 p.m. Sunday in the 40 block of Poplar Lane, appears to have begun in the breezeway and garage area.
Authorities have yet to determine the cause, but they have not yet seen any evidence of foul play, the fire marshal said.
The burnt shell of the home remained as of Tuesday, and Dippolito said his office would be looking through the debris as they investigate the cause.
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Fire crews arrived quickly to the scene and additional firefighters were soon called in as flames pours from the residence.
Local fire videographer Ron Roberts captured footage of the intensity of the flames.
The family living in the home managed to escape unharmed. However, a cat belonging to the family is still missing following the incident, the fire marshal said.
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In response to the tragedy, the community has rallied to support the family, which includes two children and dogs.
A GoFundMe page has been set up to assist the family.
As of Tuesday afternoon, $17,000 had been raised through the fundraiser.
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Members of the community have also stepped up with clothing and basic necessities for the family.
Witnesses reported that the fire sent towering flames and smoke into the sky over Levittown.
Numerous fire companies from Lower Bucks County responded and worked into the night to extinguish the blaze.
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