Firefighters Battle Blaze in South Orange Basement on Academy Street

January 13, 2026 | S. Orange, NJ

Firefighters are responding to a working fire in the basement of a 2.5-story frame house at 258 Academy St. One line is stretched and operating, with searches underway for any occupants. The incident was reported at 9:22 a.m. on Jan. 13. Emergency crews arrived on scene to heavy fire in the basement, and operations are ongoing to contain the blaze.

Fire Department On Scene w/ fire in Basement of a 2.5 Story frame. 1 Lines Stretched and Operating. Srches in Progress.

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