Firefighters Battle Blaze at Passaic Home, Victim Trapped Inside

January 09, 2026 | Passaic, NJ

Firefighters are tackling a fierce blaze at a two-and-a-half-story wooden home on Hope Avenue, where reports indicate a victim remains trapped within. Rescue teams are actively searching the structure, with two hose lines deployed and in use at the scene. The fire was first reported at 5:54 a.m. on Jan. 9.

Fire Department On Scene w/ fire showing from a 2.5 Story frame. Rpted Victim trapped. Srches in Progress. 2 Lines Stretched and Operating.

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