From ABC7 New York · · 1m
East Newark fire displaces 18 families
A four-alarm fire in East Newark displaced 18 families with one hospitalization.
In brief
A four-alarm fire in East Newark displaced 18 families with one hospitalization. A fire at 40 President St. in East Newark displaced 18 families and injured one person. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
Fire breaks out in East Newark
A four-alarm fire impacted at least five buildings and potentially six in East Newark, New Jersey.
One person hospitalized
At least one person was taken to a hospital with possible burn injuries.
Fire starts at 40 President St.
The fire broke out at 40 President St. a little before noon.
Residents report quick spread
Residents said the fire spread quickly after a loud noise and intense flames erupted.
18 families displaced
The Red Cross reported about 18 families could be affected by the fire.
Displaced families seek shelter
Some displaced residents were receiving help inside a senior center turned into a reception center.
The main idea
A fire at 40 President St. in East Newark displaced 18 families and injured one person.
