LAKEWOOD, NJ — A late-night apartment fire displaced several families in Lakewood on Saturday, prompting emergency evacuations but fortunately resulting in no injuries, authorities said.
The Lakewood Police Department received reports of a residential structure fire at 956 E. County Line Road, Apartment 3, around 10:11 p.m. on April 26, 2025. Residents from apartments 1 through 5 were evacuated as firefighters responded to the scene.
Key Points
- A fire broke out at 956 E. County Line Road in Lakewood on April 26.
- Residents from five apartments were evacuated; no injuries were reported.
- The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office.
The American Red Cross provided immediate assistance to the displaced families after authorities deemed the affected residences uninhabitable. Officials confirmed that no injuries were sustained during the evacuation and fire response.
The Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office has taken over the investigation to determine the cause of the blaze. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Displaced families receive support as investigation continues
Captain Gregory Staffordsmith of the Lakewood Police Department confirmed the swift evacuation and praised the coordinated efforts of emergency personnel and support organizations in managing the aftermath of the fire.
Authorities have not released estimates on property damage or when the residents might be able to return to their homes.
No additional details about the cause or origin of the fire were available as of Monday morning, and officials urge anyone with information to contact the Lakewood Police Department.