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Fatal Residential Fire on Andover Road Under Investigation

An early-morning fire on July 31 in the 800 block of Andover Road in Lansdale left one person dead and displaced residents from at least four homes; the cause is under investigation.

Published Jul 31, 2026, 9:08 AM EDT | Lehigh Crimewatch

On July 31, 2026, at approximately 6:16 a.m., Lansdale police responded to reports of a house fire on the 800 block of Andover Road affecting two attached homes. The fire was brought under control about 7:44 a.m.; one person was confirmed deceased inside one of the residences and their identity remains pending notification of next of kin. Multiple fire companies, VMSC EMS, Lansdale Electric and PECO assisted on scene, at least four homes were displaced and the American Red Cross is helping those residents while the cause remains under investigation.