Heavy Fire Burns Through Home In Gloucester Twp.

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — A heavy house fire was doused Thursday night before it could spread to neighboring Gloucester Township homes.

First responders rushed to 40 Shenandoah Dr. at about 8:45 p.m. in the Shenandoah neighborhood. Heavy smoke and flames were coming from the back of the home.

One resident was home at the time. They evacuated before first responders arrived.

Firefighters brought it under control after pouring in from different parts of Gloucester Township and surrounding communities.

No one was hurt.

The Camden County Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the blaze. But it doesn't appear suspicious, police said.

As is customary after local fires, the Gloucester Township Police Department reminded residents to make sure their smoke alarms are working.

"Smoke alarms are a key part of any fire escape plan," the GTPD said. "When there is smoke, there is fire which can spread quickly. Working smoke alarms give you early warning, so you can escape quickly."