One Injured in Carteret Hotel Fire

Blaze breaks out at Red Roof Plus on Roosevelt Avenue

Apr. 6, 2026 at 5:37pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a charred hotel room key card, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a hotel fire.A recent hotel fire in Carteret exposes the need for improved fire safety protocols to protect guests and staff.Carteret Today

Firefighters responded to a fire at the Red Roof Plus hotel in Carteret, New Jersey on Monday morning, with one person sustaining minor injuries in the incident.

Why it matters

Hotel fires can pose serious risks to public safety, especially in densely populated areas like Carteret. This incident raises questions about fire safety protocols and emergency response procedures at local hotels.

The details

The fire broke out at the Red Roof Plus hotel on Roosevelt Avenue in Carteret. One person suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene. Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the blaze, but the cause remains under investigation.

  • The fire was reported on Monday, April 6, 2026 around 9:30 AM.

The players

Red Roof Plus

A hotel chain located in Carteret, New Jersey where the fire occurred.

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What’s next

Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire and reviewing safety protocols at the hotel.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of robust fire safety measures and emergency response plans at hotels to protect guests and staff in the event of a blaze.