Blaze Rips Through Historic N.J. Inn

A historic inn in southern New Jersey was destroyed after a large fire ripped through the structure early Monday.

Heavy smoke was visible early from The Sergeantsville Inn. However, fire broke through, and there was a collapse as well, according to NBCNewYork.

Firefighters requested additional manpower as they started the effort about 2 a.m. 

 "This is the center of our town," Delaware Township Mayor Roger Locandro told reporters. "This is the place where senators and assembly people come. This is a place where people celebrate their birthdays or anniversaries -- their life events."