Crews have responded to a fire at an assisted living community in Northumberland County.

Officials say the fire broke out at Milton Developmental Services on Walnut Street just before 12:20 PM.

The fire broke out in the basement and was under control in approximately 10 minutes, according to officials.

While everyone was evacuated safely and the fire largely contained, MDS is expected to be without power for the foreseeable future.

The Red Cross responded to assist those displaced. The residents are temporarily taking refuge in the First Presbyterian Church of Milton.

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