Fire at Camden County Apartment Leaves Firefighter Injured

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A firefighter and several other individuals were injured after a fire erupted at the Autumn Ridge Apartment Complex in Camden County early Saturday morning. The Gloucester Township Police Department reported that the blaze broke out shortly after 2 a.m. on November 1, in the 1500 block of Little Gloucester Road.

When first responders arrived, thick smoke was pouring from the ‘C’ building of the apartment complex. Emergency personnel quickly began evacuating residents as smoke billowed from the structure. NBC10 captured footage of the scene, showing heavy smoke rising into the air.

The complex contains around 40 apartments, housing more than 100 residents. All occupants of the ‘C’ building have been displaced and are currently receiving assistance from the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and the American Red Cross.

Authorities reported that five individuals were injured during the incident. One victim remains in critical condition, while four others, including a firefighter who suffered minor burns, are in stable condition. Police confirmed that the fire was brought under control at 6:19 a.m.

A statement from the Gloucester Township Police emphasized the importance of maintaining fire suppression systems. ‘This incident serves as a reminder to inspect your fire suppression systems, including alerts and audible alarm systems, to ensure their operational status. Smoke alarms are a crucial component of any fire escape plan,’ the statement read. ‘Working smoke alarms provide early warnings, enabling prompt evacuation.’