Hampered by low water pressure and cold temperatures, firefighters battled an early morning blaze in Netcong on Sunday, which caused at least part of a three-story commercial building to collapse.
The fire broke out around 7 a.m. at a commercial laundry and dry cleaners at 48 Main Street, and quickly escalated to 3-alarm status.
Around 8:30 a.m., police reports said firefighters were experiencing water supply issues and needed to set up a draft from Lake Musconetcong.
Netcong Police Chief James Blesson declined to provide any information, citing the ongoing investigation. But fire officials at the scene said everyone inside the building when the fire started got out safely.
The streets area of the fire is mainly occupied by businesses.
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