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Fire forces Franklinton residents to evacuate senior apartment complex
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A fire in one unit at Riverview Senior Apartments in Franklinton Sunday night forced the evacuation of the entire building.
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The apartment complex is located on South Main Street near Riverside Medical Center.
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A fire in one unit at Riverview Senior Apartments in Franklinton Sunday night forced the evacuation of the entire building.

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