Firefighters Battle Four-Alarm Fire in Totowa, NJ

Aug. 3, 2025

Propane and fuel tanks inside the Sunset Rentals business in Totowa exploded during the operation.

Firefighters from several departments battled a four-alarm fire in Totowa Saturday afternoon.

Several explosions were heard during the operation as firefighters said there were propane and fuel tanks inside the building at Sunbelt Rentals, abc7 reported.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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