Crime & Safety

Fire Destroys Catering Business In Lakewood: Reports

The fire at Greenwald Caterers was still smoldering on Monday morning, the reports said.

Greenwald Caterers on East Eighth Street in Lakewood was destroyed by a fire that burned through the night.
Greenwald Caterers on East Eighth Street in Lakewood was destroyed by a fire that burned through the night. (Google Maps)

LAKEWOOD, NJ — A fire late Sunday night has destroyed a catering business in Lakewood and forced residents from nearby homes, according to reports.

The fire on East Eighth Street broke out about 8 p.m. and firefighters battled it through the night, the Lakewood Scoop and the Asbury Park Press reported.

The remains of Greenwald Caterers were still smoldering on Monday morning, the Lakewood Scoop reported.

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One person was taken to the hospital from the scene of the fire, the Asbury Park Press reported. Homes nearby were evacuated while the fire was being fought and displaced residents were offered assistance.

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