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A mother and six children died in an explosion and fire at their central Pennsylvania home.
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A mother and her six children died in an explosion and subsequent fire at their home in central Pennsylvania. The incident resulted in the complete loss of life for the family residing at the property. This tragic event represents a significant loss of life within a single household. Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosion and fire.
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