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Storm Sparks House Fires in River Edge
6 Jul
Summary
- A fallen tree during severe storms caused fires in three River Edge homes.
- Firefighters contended with live electrical wires during the initial response.
- One firefighter sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was hospitalized.
On Saturday, July 4, severe storms in River Edge resulted in a significant incident where a downed tree ignited fires in three separate homes. The fallen tree brought live electrical wires down onto one residence, initiating a blaze, while electrical issues also led to fires in the basements of two neighboring properties. Firefighters initially had to limit their operations due to the hazardous live wires posing a risk. The situation escalated to a third-alarm response, necessitating mutual aid from several surrounding departments, many of whom were simultaneously addressing storm-related emergencies in their own areas.
Once utility crews successfully secured the power, firefighters were able to fully engage and combat the fires. River Edge police also provided assistance at the scene. A single firefighter sustained injuries that were reported as not life-threatening and received medical evaluation at Hackensack University Medical Center. As of Sunday, July 5, information regarding the complete damage to the properties and whether any residents were displaced was not yet available.
