Firefighters in Lakewood were battling a three-alarm blaze at a lumber yard on Ocean Avenue on Monday afternoon.
According to initial reports, at least two people have been injured in the massive fire, which broke out around 4:20 pm, and multiple people are believed to possibly be trapped inside a structure on the property.
Hatzolah of Central Jersey had two ambulances at the scene, but were not needed to treat any patients. Chaveirim of Central Jersey conducted traffic control at the scene and are bringing light towers to the scene to assist emergency personnel.
Mutual aid from additional townships, including Toms River and Jackson, were needed to help douse the flames.
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