Fast-Moving Fire Damages Multiple Apartments in Lindenwold, NJ

No injuries reported, but several families lost their homes in the blaze.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A fast-moving fire broke out around 11 a.m. on Tuesday at the Laurel Hill Apartments in Lindenwold, New Jersey, damaging multiple units and displacing several families. Firefighters from Lindenwold and surrounding communities were able to extinguish the blaze, and no injuries were reported, though a cat was rescued. The Lindenwold Fire Department reminded residents to call 911 in emergencies, as they are a volunteer company without constant staffing at the firehouse.

Why it matters

Apartment fires can be devastating for families, causing them to lose their homes and possessions. This incident highlights the importance of fire safety and emergency preparedness, as well as the vital role of volunteer firefighters in communities like Lindenwold.

The details

The fire broke out on the front of a building in the Laurel Hill Apartments complex in Lindenwold. Firefighters were able to extinguish the blaze, but eight apartments were left uninhabitable, displacing several families, including a retired Lindenwold firefighter. No injuries were reported to residents or firefighters, and a cat was rescued from the fire.

  • The fire broke out around 11 a.m. on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.

The players

Lindenwold Fire Department

The volunteer fire department that led the response and extinguishing of the fire.

Russ Hume

A retired Lindenwold firefighter who was among the residents displaced by the fire.

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What they’re saying

“Being a Lindenwold fireman, I've seen fires. I know what it's all about.”

— Russ Hume, Retired Lindenwold Firefighter (6abc Action News)

What’s next

The Lindenwold Fire Department is investigating the cause of the fire, and local authorities are working to provide assistance and temporary housing for the displaced families.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the vital role of volunteer firefighters in communities like Lindenwold, as well as the need for continued fire safety education and emergency preparedness to help minimize the impact of such events on local residents.