Early Morning Blaze Rips Through West Milford Home, Crews Search for Occupants

January 18, 2026 | W Milford, NJ

Firefighters are battling a fierce blaze that engulfed a two-and-a-half-story frame house in West Milford early on Jan. 18. Emergency crews arrived to find flames overtaking the structure at 163 High Crest Drive. One hose line is in use, and search and rescue operations are actively underway inside the building.

Fire Department On Scene w/ fire in a 2.5 Story frame. 1 Lines Stretched and Operating. Srches in Progress. Mutual Aid t/s.

Mutual aid has been called in, with transportation services ready as firefighters work to control the fire and confirm all occupants are safe. The incident was reported at 5:35 a.m., and the situation remains fluid with updates expected.

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