Firefighters Battle Row House Blaze; Victim Receives CPR

March 16, 2026 | Newark, NJ

Firefighters rushed to a two-story row house early on March 16 after reports of flames erupting on the first floor. Upon arrival, emergency crews discovered the building engulfed in heavy fire. Responders swiftly rescued a victim from inside and began CPR on the scene.

Fire Department On Scene, working fire in a 2 story row house. Fire on the 1st floor. Victim removed, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation in progress.

The victim's condition has not been released, and investigators are working to determine the fire's cause. No other injuries were reported to firefighters or additional residents.

Such events underscore the dangers in closely built urban neighborhoods, where fires can spread quickly and pose serious threats to safety.

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