Firefighters Respond to Burst Sprinkler Causing Water Damage in Passaic

January 08, 2026 | Passaic, NJ

Firefighters responded to a broken sprinkler pipe that caused significant water damage at a commercial building on Jan. 8. Emergency crews arrived at 278 Monroe St. around 1:57 p.m. to secure the area and halt the water flow. No injuries were reported during the incident.

Fire Department On Scene w/ broken sprinkler pipe in a Commercial Building Building, Company's securing water.

The cause of the pipe failure is under investigation, prompting concerns about building maintenance and safety protocols.

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