Literal Dumpster Fire Ignites NJ Buildings

HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ — A dumpster fire spread into two buildings on Tuesday, the Westmont Fire Company No. 1 said.

Firefighters responded to the 100 block of East Park Ave. for a report of a residential structure fire.

They found a dumpster on fire between the two properties, with flames reaching both buildings.

Ground support was also provided by the Collingswood Fire Department and Oaklyn Fire Department.

The cause of the fire and additional details are yet to be released.

Check back with Patch for the latest developments.

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