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More Than Dozen People Living In Deplorable Conditions Of Rectory Attached To West Philadelphia Church Ravaged By Massive Fire, Officials Say

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Investigators say the rectory attached to the West Philadelphia church that was ravaged by a fire last week was in deplorable condition. City inspectors say more than a dozen adults were living in the rectory at Greater Bible Way Temple.

Inspectors say they found an insect infestation, water damage and a fire alarm that didn't work.

The blaze destroyed the church's roof, which officials say will need to be demolished. It will cost millions to fix.

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