The fire spread in the direction of Brigantine because of the wind.” It's possible one of those fires intended for warmth got out of control. This time of year it is common for them to create fires in ordered to stay warm. Individuals are known to camp under the boardwalk and live in voids. “Firefighters had to crawl in full gear and navigate with charged hose lines under the boardwalk.
“Under the command of Deputy Chief Brock, Battalion 1, engine 1, engine 7, ladder 1, rescue 1 and engine 6 responded to New Jersey Avenue for a report structure fire (boardwalk).” A tip of the hat to the Atlantic City Professional Firefighters, who battled 22 degree temperatures, with blustery winds, and a windchill factor, making it feel like 8 degrees.Ītlantic City Professional Fire Department sources shared the following details with us:
