Crime & Safety

House Fire Displaces 11 Residents In Union County

The fire broke out on Saturday night, impacting three families.

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At 9:20 p.m., the Plainfield and South Plainfield Volunteer Fire Department were called to a structure fire on the 300 block of McDowell Street.
At 9:20 p.m., the Plainfield and South Plainfield Volunteer Fire Department were called to a structure fire on the 300 block of McDowell Street. (South Plainfield Volunteer Fire Department)

PLAINFIELD, NJ — A house fire in Plainfield displaced 11 residents on Saturday night.

At 9:20 p.m., the Plainfield and South Plainfield Volunteer Fire Department were called to a structure fire on the 300 block of McDowell Street.

South Plainfield firefighters worked in the basement to help put out hot spots and overhaul.

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Red Cross of New Jersey was also called out to help three families (11 people) with emergency assistance for temporary lodging, food, clothing, and other immediate needs.

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