Bergenfield NJ 2nd alarm, 88 Lunn Ave. 12-23-21

Bergenfield NJ Firefighters responded to yet another working fire to hopefully end the year on December 23rd, 2021.  At around 13:00 the fire dept was dispatched to a reported house fire at 88 Lunn Ave.  On arrival heavy fire was showing from the 1st floor front window of the 2 story frame private dwelling.  A 2nd alarm was quickly requested bringing mutual aid to the scene and for cover.  Several hand lines were put into service to knock down the fire which extended into the 2nd floor and attic. One firefighter was transported to the hospital with a minor injury and the occupants of the home were checked by EMS but not injured, unfortunately several pets perished in the fire which was place under control in 45 minutes by Chief Kneisler. The cause of the fire is believed to be accidental.