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Fallen Electrical Wires Set Car on Fire in Newark's North Ward

Newark

There were no injuries reported after energized wires fell on a car in Newark's North Ward this afternoon.

According to police, firefighters were called to the area of Sylvan and Summer avenues just before 1 p.m. for a car fire.

Upon arrival, firefighters found a fully involved vehicle fire with electrical wires sparking the blaze.

Crews were able to extinguish the fire swiftly and a search of the car showed that there were no trapped or injured occupants.

Officials say strong winds brought the wires down on the car, which caused the fire.

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