Sunday, 10 March 2013

Explosion at building on fire in Harrison


Fire on Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. in Harrison, March 10, 2013

There's been an explosion at a two-story building at Frank E. Rodgers Boulevard and Davis Street where fire fighters are battling a blaze. It happened during a five-alarm blaze that extended to some adjoining buildings in Harrison, New Jersey.

Fire on Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. in Harrison, March 10, 2013

The fire sent heavy, black smoke spewing from the two-story buildings in the Hudson County community. Officials also say a backdraft caused an explosion that shattered a window. 
Fire on Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. in Harrison, March 10, 2013

At least five firefighters sustained injuries while battling the blaze, which broke out Sunday morning in Harrison and burned for several hours. While none of the injuries are life-threatening, officials say one firefighter suffered extensive cuts in the explosion. 


 Fire on Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. in Harrison, March 10, 2013


It's not yet clear what sparked the blaze, which apparently started on the ground floor and spread toward a nearby apartment building. No civilian injuries have been reported.

Fire on Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. in Harrison, March 10, 2013

Traffic is being detoured in the area, leading to some travel delays. The fire also forced organizers to re-route a St. Patrick's Day parade being staged nearby.



Fire on Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. in Harrison, March 10, 2013
  

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