Fire At Mall In Jersey City Causes Temporary Evacuation

JERSEY CITY, NJ — A fire in a toy store in the Newport Centre mall in Jersey City on Tuesday caused a temporary evacuation, but no injuries, a city spokesperson said.

The fire occurred around 12:30 p.m. at the Toy Chest, said Kimberly Wallace-Scalcione, a city public safety spokesperson.

She said, "Upon arrival, JCFD observed a small working fire in the toy chest store. The fire caused moderate smoke conditions inside the mall."

"The sprinkler system went off and helped contain the fire," she added. "Additionally, the fire department’s quick response kept the fire under control without any fire extension to any other stores."

No injuries were reported.

Officials on the scene reported the cause may have involved the hot water heater and duct work. The Fire Department is still investigating.