January 1, 2021
EWING TOWNSHIP, NJ (MERCER)–There were reports of two people removed from a house fire this morning around 8:40 am in the 600 Block of Parkway Avenue. With reports of entrapment, Ewing firefighters called for a full first alarm sending firefighters from multiple companies in Ewing Township and Lawrence Township to the scene. A person was rescued from the 2nd floor and reports of another was assisted getting out of the basement. The fire was quickly extinguished by firefighters. It appeared the two that were rescued from the fire were wrapped in blankets and at the next door residence. A fire marshal and building inspector were on their way to the scene for the investigation.
This is a breaking news report from radio reports and on scene reporting, once we receive other details about the fire the story will be updated and any corrections made.
Above photos provided by: Jeff Ritter
Above photos by: Brian McCarthy, OnScene News