Incident Overview
On January 31, 2026 at approximately 10:14 p.m., the Cherry Hill Fire Department (CHFD) responded to reports of a residential dwelling fire at 544 Main Street in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Initial callers reported both smoke and visible fire in the two-story single-family home, prompting multiple fire units to be dispatched to the scene.
Fire Response and Conditions
CHFD Engine 1352 was first to arrive, observing heavy fire and smoke extending to the second floor of the residence. As conditions worsened and fire penetrated roof areas, fire commanders shifted operations from interior attack to defensive fire suppression due to safety concerns.
Crews from Cherry Hill and mutual aid units, including Pennsauken Engine 1132, deployed multiple hose lines to contain the blaze. Cold, below-freezing temperatures added challenges throughout the response, affecting both operations and equipment.
Casualty and Injuries
After extensive fire suppression efforts, emergency responders located a victim at the scene. Officials later confirmed one person died as a result of the fire. A firefighter was also injured while working at the scene; details about the injury and condition have not been publicly released.
Fire Control and Investigation
Fire crews battled the stubborn blaze for more than one hour before bringing it under control. Due to ongoing smoke and structural concerns, several units remained on location into the early morning hours to complete extinguishment and overhaul operations.
The Cherry Hill Fire Department and the Camden County Fire Marshal’s Office are conducting an investigation into the origin and cause of the fire. No official cause has been released at this time.