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Fire in Jersey City destroys at least 2 businesses and apartments

It appears a couple of businesses, including a restaurant and a real estate company, as well as several apartments may have been affected if not destroyed.

Tony Caputo

Jan 23, 2025, 12:36 PM

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Firefighters in Jersey City braved the cold temperatures to bring a fire under control on Pacific Avenue just off Communipaw Avenue Wednesday morning.

Two businesses - a pizzeria and cigar shop - and three apartments may have been affected, if not destroyed. This fire may have included a roof collapse.

The Red Cross confirms that it is helping a family of three - two adults, one child and a dog.

A firefighter suffered minor injuries by slipping on ice, officials said.

The cause of the fire was not immediately known.

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