Thursday: Cloudy, rain, mainly later, with a high of 63 and low of 45 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• State of emergency declared, schools shut down after warehouse fire engulfs Belleville (news12.com) — Bloomfield firefighters are among the crews battling a massive warehouse fire in neighboring Belleville that forced a state of emergency, school closures, and evacuations. The blaze, fueled by strong winds and hazardous materials, damaged multiple buildings, disrupted power and water, and drew extensive mutual aid as officials worked overnight to protect nearby homes and businesses.
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12-alarm fire contained in Belleville, New Jersey. 8:47AM on May 4: The fire reached 12 alarms and spread to three separate locations. One firefighter sustained a minor injury, and several others were… (Nextdoor )
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