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Snapped Utility Line Ignites Overnight Lodi Fire

A snapped power line and transformer ignited a pre-dawn fire in a Lodi garden apartment complex.

Several smaller fires were also reported on the same block after the initial blaze broke out at Cynthia Gardens on Garibaldi Avenue around 3:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10.

All were doused within a half hour. Multiple apartments were affected.

Two raccoons were the suspected culprits.

Firefighters respond to blaze on Garibaldi Avenue in Lodi.

Jo Fehl for DAILY VOICE

Mutual aid was provided at the scene by firefighters from Hasbrouck Heights, Rochelle Park and Wallington and in coverage by Saddle Brook.

The countywide Emergency Response Team provided canteen services.

The Red Cross was helping displaced residents.

The fire at 222 Garibaldi Avenue in Lodi around 3:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10 affected multiple units.

Jerry DeMarco

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