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News Breaking News Firefighters Battle Lithium-Ion Battery Blaze at Newark Residence

Firefighters Battle Lithium-Ion Battery Blaze at Newark Residence

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  • News, Breaking News
  • Posted: January 07, 2026 EDT
  • Updated: January 07, 2026 12:08 PM EDT

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January 07, 2026 | Newark, NJ

Firefighters are actively combating a lithium-ion battery fire at 1046 Bergen St., where hazardous materials teams have arrived to address the hazardous situation. The fire was reported at 12:03 p.m. on Jan. 7. One life safety officer is on site, per initial dispatch reports. Details about possible injuries or the fire's extent are currently unavailable.

Fire Department On Scene w/ a lithium ion battery fire. 1 Lines Stretched and Operating. Hazardous Materials e/r.Fire Department On Scene w/ a lithium ion battery fire. 1 Lines Stretched and Operating. Hazardous Materials e/r.

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