Fire Damages Garage At Union County Home, Police Say | Scotch Plains, NJ Patch
Maria Torres · Union County Life
A garage fire on Fenimore Drive in Scotch Plains damaged a residential structure on June 21. Firefighters contained the fire to the garage. No injuries were reported.
Firefighters from Scotch Plains, Fanwood, and Westfield Fire Departments responded to the scene. The fire did not spread beyond the garage to the rest of the home.
Union County Life tracks fire incidents and emergency response across Union County, and this incident reflects the coordinated response that defines regional firefighting efforts. The multi-department response demonstrates the mutual aid framework that protects residents across municipal boundaries.
The cause of the fire has not been released. An investigation is ongoing.
Residents who witnessed the fire or have information about the incident should contact the Scotch Plains Police Department or the Scotch Plains Fire Department.
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FAQ
When did the garage fire occur on Fenimore Drive in Scotch Plains?
The fire occurred on June 21, 2026. Firefighters responded and contained the fire to the garage structure.
Was anyone injured in the Fenimore Drive garage fire?
No injuries were reported. The fire was contained to the garage and did not spread to the rest of the home.
Which fire departments responded to the Scotch Plains garage fire?
Firefighters from the Scotch Plains Fire Department, Fanwood Fire Department, and Westfield Fire Department responded to the scene.
What caused the garage fire on Fenimore Drive?
The cause of the fire has not been released. An investigation is ongoing. Residents with information about the incident should contact the Scotch Plains Fire Department or Scotch Plains Police Department.
Has the Scotch Plains Fire Department released information about the investigation?
As of the date this article was published, the cause has not been released. Information will be updated when the investigation concludes.
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