August 18, 2024
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ (MERCER)–The Robbinsville Fire Department reported they were dispatched to Newtown Boulevard at 5:02 p.m. on August 18, 2024 for a reported residential structure fire. When firefighters arrived, they reported visible fire from the rear of the home extending to the attic area. A first alarm was assigned dispatching additional firefighters and equipment from Hamilton Township, Plainsboro, Hightstown and Upper Freehold to the scene. Fire crews advanced three 1 3/4″ handlines into the home quickly knocking the fire down and conducted overhaul to prevent further extension. The fire was brought under control within 25 minutes. The Robbinsville Township Fire Marshal is actively investigating the cause of the fire, which was not suspicious in nature.
