A quiet afternoon in the West Collingswood Extension section of Haddon Township was disrupted Tuesday when a garage fire broke out, sending one individual to the hospital and prompting a swift response from multiple fire companies across the region. The incident, which unfolded in a residential neighborhood, drew units from at least four departments as smoke billowed above the block and neighbors rushed outside to see what was happening.

According to officials on scene, the fire ignited inside a detached garage, quickly intensifying before first responders arrived. Fire crews worked aggressively to contain the flames, battling the blaze from several angles to prevent it from spreading to the main home and nearby properties. Their coordinated effort kept the damage largely confined to the garage area, although the structure suffered heavy fire and smoke impact.

Emergency medical personnel treated one individual who sustained injuries related to the incident. The person was transported to a local hospital for additional evaluation and care. No other injuries were reported, and residents in the immediate area were able to safely clear the scene as firefighters worked.

The response included teams from Haddon Township, Collingswood, Westmont and other nearby companies accustomed to working together during high-risk calls. Their seamless cooperation played a critical role in bringing the situation under control and ensuring that the blaze did not escalate into a larger neighborhood emergency. Fire officials remained on site afterward to assess structural stability, check for hotspots and begin the early stages of the investigation into the fire’s origin.

Incidents like these underscore the readiness and professionalism of South Jersey’s emergency services, who routinely respond to calls that require rapid coordination and considerable technical skill. Homeowners are reminded of the importance of maintaining safe storage conditions in garages and outbuildings, where tools, chemicals and equipment can become fire hazards if improperly kept.

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