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Electrical Failure Ignites Massive Fire In Ocean County

A fire sparked by an electrical failure severely damaged an Ocean County home Friday night, Nov. 29, leaving the house uninhabitable, police said.

Friday, Nov. 29 fire

Friday, Nov. 29 fire

Photo Credit: Whiting Fire Company Sta. 33

Officers responded to 137A Hudson Parkway in Manchester Township around 9:23 p.m., after receiving reports of an active structure fire, police said. Upon arrival, smoke and flames were seen emanating from the rear exterior of the home. First responders quickly confirmed that all adjoining residences were either unoccupied or self-evacuated, the Manchester Township Police Department said.

Multiple fire departments worked together to extinguish the blaze, but the home sustained extensive fire and water damage. Following an investigation by the Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office, the fire was ruled accidental, caused by the failure of energized electrical components in the master bedroom.

No injuries were reported. The Manchester Township Police Department extended its appreciation to the numerous fire companies and emergency services that responded, including the Whiting, Ridgeway, and Forked River Volunteer Fire Companies, among others.

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