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News Breaking News Fire Erupts at Carteret Power Substation; Crews on Scene

Fire Erupts at Carteret Power Substation; Crews on Scene

  • By Staff Report
  • News, Breaking News
  • Posted: January 16, 2026 EDT
  • Updated: January 16, 2026 10:24 PM EDT

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January 16, 2026 | Carteret, NJ

Firefighters are battling a blaze at a power substation in Carteret, New Jersey. Emergency crews arrived at 7 Atlantic Street to discover flames in the substation. One line is stretched and operating as companies await the power company's arrival for support. The incident was reported at 10:15 p.m. on Jan. 16.

Fire Department On Scene w/ fire in a power substation. 1 Lines Stretched and Operating. Company.s awaiting power Company. Arrival. Doubtful Will Hold.Fire Department On Scene w/ fire in a power substation. 1 Lines Stretched and Operating. Company.s awaiting power Company. Arrival. Doubtful Will Hold.

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