Crews Battle Second Alarm Fire in East Orange Apartment Building

Firefighters Respond to East Orange Blaze

• 🚒 Crews are actively battling a significant fire at a four-story apartment building located at Glennwood Avenue and Springdale Avenue in East Orange, New Jersey.
• ❄️ The fire occurs during a cold snap, with the reporter noting a series of fires in the area over the past two weeks.

Firefighting Efforts and Building Status

• 🔥 Heavy fire was initially seen shooting out of the second-floor windows of the apartment building.
• 💧 Firefighters were able to fight the blaze from both the outside and by entering the building, leading to the flames being knocked down.
• 💨 While the intense flames have subsided, smoke is still visible on the second floor.
• 🚶 A firefighter was observed ascending the building's fire escape.

Injuries and Fire Status

• ⚠️ The building has undergone at least a partial evacuation.
• 🤕 One person has been reported injured, though the extent of their injuries is currently unknown.
• 🚨 This is being classified as a second alarm fire and is not yet officially under control.