Breaking: Second Alarm Fire Breaks Out in South Orange Commercial Building

March 14, 2026 | S. Orange, NJ

A second alarm fire erupted in a one-story commercial building at 51 South Orange Ave. on March 14. Responders at the scene noted the blaze intensifying, which triggered the upgrade to a second alarm. Crews are conducting searches inside the building while deploying one hose line and extending operations. Reports indicate involvement of a male adult and two other individuals, but specifics are not yet confirmed.

Fire in a 1 Story Commercial Building. 1 Lines Stretched and Operating. Srches in Progress. Mutual Aid t/s.

The fire was reported at 3:29 p.m., with emergency personnel actively battling to control the flames and safeguard the area.

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