Galloway, New Jersey, January 26, 2026
Fire crews swiftly contained an overnight fire at Arthur Rann Elementary School in Galloway, New Jersey, which was sparked by a classroom heater. Responding firefighters worked through the night to ensure safety, with mutual aid support from crews at Atlantic City International Airport. An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the blaze and the extent of the damage is still being assessed.
Galloway, New Jersey
Fire crews successfully tackled an overnight blaze at Arthur Rann Elementary School in Galloway, New Jersey, responding to an incident involving a classroom heater.
Incident Details
The fire required an immediate response from firefighters, who worked through the night to ensure the safety of the school property. The event occurred late Sunday night into early Monday morning. Reports indicated that smoke was visible, and at one point, flames could be seen inside the building. Mutual aid was requested, with fire crews from Atlantic City International Airport also responding to the scene. Fire investigators have been requested by the Fire Chief to determine the cause. The exact extent of the damage has not been detailed, but the focus was on controlling the situation swiftly.
Location
Arthur Rann Elementary School is located on South 8th Avenue in Galloway, a township in Atlantic County, New Jersey.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened at Arthur Rann Elementary School?
- Fire crews successfully tackled an overnight blaze at Arthur Rann Elementary School in Galloway, New Jersey.
- Where did the fire occur?
- The fire occurred at Arthur Rann Elementary School, which is located on South 8th Avenue in Galloway, New Jersey.
- What was involved in starting the fire?
- Fire officials have confirmed that a classroom heater was involved in the incident.
- When did the fire take place?
- The fire took place late Sunday night into early Monday morning.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Event | Overnight Fire |
| Location | Arthur Rann Elementary School, Galloway, New Jersey |
| Cause (Confirmed Involvement) | Classroom heater |
| Response | Fire crews, including mutual aid from Atlantic City International Airport, tackled the blaze. |
| Investigation | Fire investigators have been requested. |
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