Early Morning House Fire in Wood-Ridge: Mutual Aid Units From 5 Towns Battle Columbia St Blaze
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the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Wood-Ridge NJ, A quiet Thursday morning was shattered in Wood-Ridge, NJ, as a residential structure fire broke out on Columbia Street, triggering a massive response from surrounding Bergen County fire departments.
Quick Action Prevents Disaster on Columbia St
At approximately 5:30 AM on March 5, 2026, the Wood-Ridge Fire Department was dispatched to 78 Columbia St following reports of a house fire. Upon arrival, crews encountered active flames on the first floor of the residence.
Engine 901 led the attack, successfully extinguishing the fire before it could spread to upper floors or neighboring homes. Meanwhile, the crew from Truck 904 conducted a primary search of the building. Fortunately, the searches were negative, confirming that no occupants were trapped inside.
A Massive Multi-Town Mutual Aid Response
Given the potential for the fire to escalate, several local departments provided critical on-scene assistance and borough coverage:
| Department | Role in Incident |
| Wood-Ridge FD | Primary Fire Suppression (Engine 901, Truck 904) |
| Hasbrouck Heights FD | Mutual Aid (Chief 61, 62, and Ladder 1) |
| Carlstadt & Wallington FD | On-Scene Assistance |
| Wood-Ridge Police | Scene Safety & Traffic Control |
| Lodi & Moonachie FD | Borough Coverage (Standby for other calls) |
Investigation and Safety Status
Fire officials confirmed there were no injuries reported among civilians or first responders. The Bureau of Fire Prevention is currently on-site investigating the cause of the blaze.
Residents are advised to avoid the area of Columbia Street as investigators complete their work.
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