Heavy Smoke Condition Investigated on Jackson Avenue and Belford Avenue

Summary: East Rutherford police and fire departments responded to reports of a heavy smoke condition in the area of 164 Jackson Avenue. Upon investigation, officers located the source of the smoke at 194 Belford Avenue, which was determined to be from a chiminea (outdoor fireplace) in the rear of the property. No active fire or hazard was found, and all units except Engine 4 were cleared to return. The situation was resolved without incident or risk to public safety.