Literal Dumpster Fire Ignites NJ Buildings

HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ — A dumpster fire spread into two buildings on Tuesday, the Westmont Fire Company No. 1 said.

Firefighters responded to the 100 block of East Park Ave. for a report of a residential structure fire.

They found a dumpster on fire between the two properties, with flames reaching both buildings.

(Credit: Westmont Fire Company No. 1) (Credit: Westmont Fire Company No. 1)

Ground support was also provided by the Collingswood Fire Department and Oaklyn Fire Department.

(Credit: Westmont Fire Company No. 1)

The cause of the fire and additional details are yet to be released.

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