Breaking: Third Alarm Fire Tears Through Union City Two-Story Dwelling

January 14, 2026 | Union City, NJ

A fierce third alarm fire erupted late Wednesday night, engulfing the first and second floors of a two-story private dwelling. Emergency responders raced to 723 11th St. around 11:28 p.m. on Jan. 14, where the intense blaze quickly escalated, prompting a third alarm as flames spread across multiple levels of the structure.

FIRE ON THE 1ST & 2ND FL OF A 2-Story Private Single Family Dwelling.

No injuries have been reported at this time, and the cause remains under investigation. Hudson County officials are coordinating the on-scene response.

This event raises fresh concerns about residential fire safety and could lead to stricter reviews of property maintenance standards.

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