Perth Amboy, NJ — A juvenile died and two people suffered severe burn injuries after a residential fire erupted early Friday morning on Chauncey Street in Perth Amboy, prompting a large emergency response and an ongoing investigation into what caused the blaze.
The fire was reported at approximately 2:45 a.m. Friday, June 5, when Perth Amboy Police received a 911 call about a house fire. First responders arrived within minutes and immediately began helping occupants escape the residence while emergency medical teams treated those injured at the scene.
Fatal Fire Leaves Family and Community Mourning
The most devastating outcome of the fire was the death of a juvenile, whose identity has not been released.
Two other individuals suffering from burn injuries required emergency transport by medical helicopter to a regional burn center, underscoring the severity of the incident. Officials have not released information about their current conditions.
The Perth Amboy Fire Department quickly brought the fire under control with assistance from several neighboring agencies, including the Woodbridge, Hopelawn, Sayreville, and Colonia fire departments, as well as Hackensack Meridian Health EMS.
The response extended beyond those directly affected by the fire. Authorities said a firefighter, a Perth Amboy police officer, and one civilian sustained minor injuries during emergency operations.
All three received treatment and were later released.
Key Points
• One juvenile died in an early morning house fire on Chauncey Street in Perth Amboy.
• Two burn victims were airlifted to a regional burn center for treatment.
• Investigators have not yet determined the cause of the fire.
Investigation Continues Into Cause of Blaze
Officials have not disclosed what sparked the fire, and investigators continue working to determine how the incident unfolded.
The investigation involves the Perth Amboy Police Department, the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office, and the Perth Amboy Fire Department. Authorities said the cause and circumstances surrounding the blaze remain under active review.
The limited information released so far reflects both the ongoing investigation and concerns for the family affected by the tragedy.
Mayor Helmin J. Caba described the incident as a heartbreaking loss for the community.
“This is a devastating loss for a family and for our community,” Caba said. “On behalf of the City of Perth Amboy, I extend my deepest condolences to everyone affected by this tragedy. I want to thank our police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, and mutual aid partners who responded to the scene and worked tirelessly under difficult circumstances.”
The mayor also asked residents to support the affected family while respecting their privacy.
“As we continue to learn more, I ask our community to keep the family in their thoughts and respect their privacy during this painful time,” Caba said.
Regional Resources Mobilized
The fire drew support from multiple agencies across Middlesex County, highlighting the scale of the emergency response.
Mutual aid departments assisted Perth Amboy firefighters in containing the blaze, while EMS personnel coordinated treatment and transport for the injured. The use of medical helicopters for two victims reflected the seriousness of the burn injuries reported by officials.
Although the fire was brought under control relatively quickly, the incident left lasting consequences for the family involved and the broader community.
Local authorities have not announced whether residents displaced by the fire have been able to return to the property, and no additional details about the juvenile victim have been released.
Out of respect for the family and because the investigation remains active, city officials said no further information is available at this time.
The investigation into the fatal fire remains ongoing, and authorities have not yet determined or announced the cause of the blaze.
