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Fast-Moving Division Avenue Fire Triggers Road Closures, Prompts Investigation

A first-alarm house fire at 1470 Division Ave forced the closure of Division and Pleasant avenues in Piscataway Friday afternoon, with investigators now working to determine the cause.

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Fast-Moving Division Avenue Fire Triggers Road Closures, Prompts Investigation
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A fast-moving house fire at 1470 Division Ave drew a heavy emergency response to Piscataway Friday afternoon, shutting down Division Avenue and Pleasant Avenue as firefighters worked to bring the blaze under control.

Piscataway Township issued an alert advising motorists to avoid parts of the area due to road closures tied to active fire department operations. The incident was classified as a first-alarm working house fire.

Both Division Avenue and Pleasant Avenue remained closed during the response as crews staged equipment and worked the scene. Drivers in the area were urged to seek alternate routes.

An investigation is now underway to determine how the fire started and the full extent of damage to the structure. No information on injuries or the number of occupants has been released.

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