Newark Fire Displaces 15

Firefighters battling a blaze at a three-family home Saturday also had to contend with sweltering heat outdoors.

The fire started in a back room on the second floor of 355 S. 11th St. shortly before 1 pm and quickly spread throughout the dwelling. It was brought under control in about 40 minutes, said Capt. John Brown of the Newark Fire Department.

A total of 15 people - 10 children and five adults, ranging in age from 7 months to 53 years old -- lived in the residence. There were no injuries, Brown said.

The cause of the fire appears to be accidental but is still being investigated, Brown also said.

Firefighters in heavy gear brought the fire under control as temperatures outside approached the 100-degree mark Saturday afternoon.