2 hospitalized after fire tears through home in Frankford, officials say

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PHILADELPHIA - Two people have been taken to the hospital after a fire tore through a home in Frankford overnight, officials say. 

Authorities say fire crews were dispatched to a home at the corner of Bustleton Avenue and E Cheltenham Avenue on Tuesday evening around 11:45 p.m. 

According to the Philadelphia Fire Department, the fire was placed under control around 12:25 a.m. on Wednesday. 

Officials say two people were transported to Aria Health Torresdale Hospital, but their condition is unknown at this time. 

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Authorities have not released additional information about the cause of the fire or the damage. 

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.