2-story home partially collapses after large fire in Northeast Philly: officials

Neighbors suspect cause of fire that partially collapsed home in Northeast Philly

Neighbors are speaking out after a home in Northeast Philly was caught on fire and partially collapsed Friday afternoon.

PHILADELPHIA - Firefighters tackled a blaze at a two-story home on Kirkwood Road Friday afternoon. 

What we know:

The Philadelphia Fire Department arrived to the 9400 block of Kirkwood Road just after 1:30 p.m. to find heavy fire coming from the home. Firefighters began an exterior attack due to the intensity of the flames. 

The fire escalated to all-hands status, indicating all responding companies were actively engaged. 

Home partially collapses in Northeast Philly

The Philadelphia Fire Marshal's Office is working to determine the cause of a fire that led a portion of a home to collapse in Northeast Philly Friday.

The fire was finally brought under control at 2:27 p.m. 

A portion of the house collapsed during the firefighting efforts. 

Despite the damage, only one person required EMS care and was transported to the hospital in stable condition. '

American Red Cross disaster volunteers say they provided emergency support to four people 

What we don't know:

The exact cause of the fire and the extent of the damage to the property remain unclear at this time. 

What's next:

The Fire Marshal's Office is tasked with determining the cause and origin of the fire.