Ambulance Flips on Side in Philadelphia Crash

July 20--A Fire Department ambulance flipped on its side Monday when it was involved in a crash with a van in North Philadelphia.

The crash happened at Hunting Park Avenue and Fox Street shortly before 8 a.m. Monday.

The circumstances of the crash weren't immediately clear but the accident sent the ambulance onto its side and left the front of the van badly damaged.

The Philadelphia Fire Department said several people were taken to area hospitals after the crash but further details weren't available.

At least one paramedic appeared to be among those receiving medical treatment.

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