Gloucester Township – A family has been displaced after a fire damaged their home Thursday morning in Gloucester Township.
According to police, at approximately 6:29 am, officers responded to Lillian Place in the Glendora Section for a report of a dwelling fire.
“Arriving officers found heavy smoke conditions coming from the home. As Gloucester Township Fire Departments were arriving, officers ensured that the residents were evacuated,” the department said. “Gloucester Township Fire Departments Chews Landing Fire Department 82, Erial Fire Department 86, and Gloucester Township Squad 88 along with Runnemede, Bellmawr, Somerdale and Magnolia Fire Departments arrived on location and quickly gained control of the fire.”
At the time of the fire, the home was occupied by four adults and two children. No one was injured.
Police said the family has been displaced due to the damage the home sustained. Assistance was provided by the Red Cross.
“At this time the fire does not appear to be suspicious. It is being investigated by the Gloucester Township Police Department Investigations Bureau, Gloucester Township Fire Department Station 82 and the Camden County Fire Marshal,” the department said. “This is a reminder to check you fire suppression systems and alert / audible alarm systems to ensure they are operational. Smoke alarms are a key part of any fire escape plan. When there is smoke, there is fire which can spread quickly. Working smoke alarms give you early warning, so you can get outside quickly.”
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