Dozens of firefighters are on the scene of a multi-alarm fire that's raging out of control and has spread to several buildings in Paterson at this time.
According to preliminary reports, heavy fire ignited a two and a half story house located in the 100 block of Butler Street around 2:15 p.m.
Crews arrived at the scene found flames tearing through the wood-framed structure and extending to neighboring homes.
Fire officials said four buildings are involved in the fire, but there are no injuries reported.
Mutual assistance from other municipalities has joined Paterson for station coverage.
As of 3:05 p.m., the has not been placed under control.