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Massive Fire Engulfs Historic Singer Sewing Machine Factory Site in New Jersey

Over 100 Firefighters Battle Blaze, Air Quality Monitoring Requested Amid Thick Smoke

Overview

  • A massive four-alarm fire has engulfed the Elizabeth Industrial Park in New Jersey, the site of the historic Singer Sewing Machine factory.
  • Over 100 firefighters are battling the blaze, which could burn for days. Firefighting boats have also been deployed.
  • Several parts of the complex, including two roofs and a wall, have already collapsed, but the oldest historical portion of the building is not currently threatened.
  • No injuries have been reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
  • Elizabeth Mayor Chris Bollwage has requested air quality monitoring due to the thick black smoke billowing from the site.