NEWARK NJ 3RD ALARM 4/21/22
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Thursday, April 21, 2022 NEWARK, NJ - Firefighters Extinguish 3-Alarm Fire at 390 Lincoln Avenue - One Woman and One Male Firefighter Injured
Newark Public Safety Director Brian A. O’Hara reports that members of the Newark Fire Division extinguished a 3-alarm fire at 390 Lincoln Avenue today. “I commend our firefighters for their bravery and professionalism in response to this 3-alarm fire,” Director O’Hara said. “Over 100 Newark firefighters responded to battle this fire. I am grateful that the families affected will be supported through the Newark Office of Emergency Management for relocation services,” he added. Firefighters responded to the 2-1/2 story wood frame building just after 11:15 a.m. A third alarm was called at 11:26 a.m., with the fire extending to two adjacent residences at 392 and 394 Lincoln Avenue. One woman, a resident of 392 Lincoln Avenue, has been transported to Clara Maass Medical Center for treatment of smoke inhalation. A male firefighter, who suffered burns to his face, was transported to St. Barnabas Medical Center for treatment. No other injuries have been reported, but 21 adults and eight children have been relocated. The fire was considered under control at 12:40 p.m. The cause and origin of this fire is under investigation by the Newark Department of Public Safety’s Arson Unit. Newark News, Newark Fire News, House fire Lincoln Ave Newark NJ,
Newark Public Safety Director Brian A. O’Hara reports that members of the Newark Fire Division extinguished a 3-alarm fire at 390 Lincoln Avenue today. “I commend our firefighters for their bravery and professionalism in response to this 3-alarm fire,” Director O’Hara said. “Over 100 Newark firefighters responded to battle this fire. I am grateful that the families affected will be supported through the Newark Office of Emergency Management for relocation services,” he added. Firefighters responded to the 2-1/2 story wood frame building just after 11:15 a.m. A third alarm was called at 11:26 a.m., with the fire extending to two adjacent residences at 392 and 394 Lincoln Avenue. One woman, a resident of 392 Lincoln Avenue, has been transported to Clara Maass Medical Center for treatment of smoke inhalation. A male firefighter, who suffered burns to his face, was transported to St. Barnabas Medical Center for treatment. No other injuries have been reported, but 21 adults and eight children have been relocated. The fire was considered under control at 12:40 p.m. The cause and origin of this fire is under investigation by the Newark Department of Public Safety’s Arson Unit. Newark News, Newark Fire News, House fire Lincoln Ave Newark NJ,
Newark Resident, Firefighter Injured in Lincoln Avenue Fire
More than 20 people have been displaced as a result of the fire, officials said
Members of the Newark Fire Division extinguished a three-alarm fire at 390 Lincoln Ave., according to Newark Public Safety Director Brian O’Hara.Photo Credit: Newark Department of Public Safety
Members of the Newark Fire Division extinguished a three-alarm fire at 390 Lincoln Ave., according to Newark Public Safety Director Brian O’Hara.Photo Credit: Newark Department of Public Safety
By TAPINTO NEWARK STAFF
PublishedApril 21, 2022 at 4:16 PM
NEWARK, NJ — A fire at a home located on Lincoln Avenue was extinguished Thursday, Newark Public Safety officials announced.
Members of the Newark Fire Division extinguished a three-alarm fire at 390 Lincoln Ave., according to Newark Public Safety Director Brian O’Hara. Firefighters responded to the multi-story home at approximately 11:15 a.m., and third alarm was called at 11:26 a.m., according to officials.
The fire extended to two adjacent residences at 392 and 394 Lincoln Ave. The fire was considered under control at 12:40 p.m., according to officials.
“I commend our firefighters for their bravery and professionalism in response to this 3-alarm fire,” O’Hara said. “Over 100 Newark firefighters responded to battle this fire. I am grateful that the families affected will be supported through the Newark Office of Emergency Management for relocation services."
One woman, a resident of 392 Lincoln Ave, was transported to Clara Maass Medical Center for treatment of smoke inhalation, according to O'Hara. A male firefighter, who suffered burns to his face, was also transported to St. Barnabas Medical Center for treatment, officials said. No other injuries have been reported. As a result of the fire, 21 adults and eight children have been relocated.
The cause and origin of this fire is under investigation by the Newark Department of Public Safety’s Arson Unit.