Second-Alarm Garage Fire Spreads to Home in Norwood

Fire companies were dispatched at approximately 2:00 PM on October 6th to 20 Glen Ave.in Norwood. A working garage fire was visible on arrival of the first units. A second alarm was transmitted as heavy smoke was showing from the attached garage under the dwelling.

The garage as well as a vehicle inside was well involved. Flames extended to the home through an interior door. Several lines were stretched and the fire was quickly knocked down. A pet dog was safely removed.

No further extension was located. Mutual aid began to be released in about one hour. No injuries were reported. Mutual aid from Harrington Park, Northvale, Old Tappan, Demarest, Closter, and Emerson assisted at the scene