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Paterson Firefighters Quickly Contain Minor Electronic Battery Fire

  • By Staff Report
  • News, Breaking News
  • Posted: January 18, 2026 EDT
  • Updated: January 18, 2026 01:18 PM EDT

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January 18, 2026 | Paterson, NJ

Firefighters responded to a minor fire involving an electronic battery at 28 2nd Street. The incident was reported Jan. 18 at 1:11 p.m. The fire department reported that the blaze was safely extinguished outdoors, averting any additional damage or injuries. Details on the fire's cause or scope were not immediately released.

Fire Department Reports electronic battery fire removed to outdoors.Fire Department Reports electronic battery fire removed to outdoors.

The incident serves as a reminder of the need for careful handling and proper disposal of electronic devices to prevent such risks.

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