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2 firefighters injured in 3-alarm N.J. house fire

Source: NJ.com Statewide · Jul 28, 2026, 9:08 AM

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Emergency responders battle a three-alarm house fire in West Milford that injured two firefighters

A three-alarm house fire in West Milford on Monday destroyed a home and injured two firefighters who were responding to the emergency.

The incident underscores the dangers firefighters face when battling residential fires. Details about the cause of the fire, the extent of the structure damage, and the conditions of the injured firefighters were not immediately disclosed in the initial report.

West Milford emergency services responded to bring the blaze under control.

Key points

  • Two firefighters were injured while battling a three-alarm house fire in West Milford on Monday
  • The fire completely destroyed the residential structure
  • Emergency responders successfully contained and extinguished the three-alarm blaze

FAQ

Where did the house fire occur?
The fire took place in West Milford, a township in Passaic County, New Jersey on Monday.
How many firefighters were injured?
Two firefighters sustained injuries while responding to and fighting the three-alarm house fire.
What was the extent of the damage?
The house fire destroyed the residential home where the fire started.

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