In a big problem, a huge four-alarm fire started. It tore through a large factory area in the Elizabeth park part of Elizabeth Town, which is near Newark Airport in New Jersey. The blaze, which began before 5:45 a.m. on Friday, sent a big fireball into the sky making the place look dark and scary.
Trumbull Street, where a big fire is now happening at the place called Elizabeth Industrial Park, has flames going through large factories. The big place, located at the bottom of Newark Airport, has many different companies. The strength of the fire made firefighters quickly and work together to stop it.
#Breaking: Massive fire burning through warehouse in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Watch Chopper 2 over the scene. https://t.co/eImmHIGVS5
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The first reaction had difficulties because firefighters found many non-working hydrants inside the complex. Even though they are facing problems, they are carefully trying to stop the fire. They have made an area where buildings can fall and placed firetrucks that work together in a planned way around the burning places.
The old buildings, next to a street side place built in 1900, were once used by the popular Singer Sewing Machine Company. The history of this place makes it harder for firefighters, because they have to deal with old buildings from a hundred years ago.
As things happen, people are becoming more worried about what started the fire and any possible harm. Officials have not yet shared any details about where the fire started or if anyone was hurt. Emergency workers are ready for anything and people living close by should be careful. They must also leave their homes if the officials tell them to do so.
The fire being close to Newark Airport makes us worried about how it might affect flying and the people living nearby. People are trying hard to control the fire situation. Firefighters are working really hard to stop the fire from spreading more and keep nearby buildings safe.
