Raging 3-Alarm Fire in Newark Displaces Families and Injures Firefighters
Fire Rages Through Three Residential Buildings
A raging 3-alarm fire is responsible for injuring four firefighters and displacing more than a dozen New Jersey families, city officials said Saturday morning. The fire started in an abandoned building just before midnight and quickly spread to the neighboring and occupied buildings on either side.
Firefighters Injured in Partial Collapse
The four injured firefighters were inside the abandoned building when there was a partial collapse in the rear. All four first responders were transported to nearby hospitals and were expected to survive.
Residents Describe Panic and Devastation
Three neighbors said they have repeatedly complained about seeing squatters in the abandoned home. One mother of three described the scene, saying, “I was so scared and in panic mode. I ran outside. I seen that the whole side of the house was on fire. I lost everything.”
Firefighters Continue to Douse Hotspots
Firefighters were still dousing the buildings hours after the sun came up to prevent any potential hotspots from igniting.
Cause of the Fire Under Investigation
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Conclusion
The devastating fire in Newark has left many families without a home and four firefighters injured. As the investigation continues, it is clear that the fire was a result of a combination of factors, including the abandoned building and the spread of the fire to neighboring homes.
FAQs
Q: How many people were displaced by the fire?
A: 34 people needed to be relocated.
Q: How many firefighters were injured in the fire?
A: Four firefighters were injured in the fire.
Q: What is the cause of the fire?
A: The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Q: How many buildings were affected by the fire?
A: Three residential buildings on Seymour Avenue in Newark were gutted by the fire.
