4-Alarm Fire Damages Several NJ Homes
By Jackie Roman
Source nj.com (TNS)
An early morning fire damaged several homes on Warren Street in Paterson and forced the relocation of 29 residents, the city’s Fire Department said.
Fire companies responded to a report of a blaze at 113 Warren St. at approximately 7:52 a.m. Sunday, officials said.
When they arrived, firefighters observed three homes involved in fire, Paterson Fire Department Deputy Chief William Bucher said. Firefighters rescued one man from the blaze, who was not injured. All other residents were able to evacuate safely.
The American Red Cross is aiding the resident victims, including temporary housing, Bucher said.
A fire captain suffered a minor ankle injury at the scene and is being treated at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center.
The cause of the fire is under investigation by fire officials with the Paterson Fire Department, Bucher said.
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