Significant Brush Fire Erupts Near Newark Liberty Airport
Brush Fire Near Newark Airport
A large brush fire ignited close to Newark Liberty International Airport on March 26, producing thick clouds of black smoke that could be seen from various locations nearby. Social media platforms were flooded with videos and images showcasing the intense scene, with heavy smoke visible from the vicinity of the airport, also referred to as EWR.
Fire near Newark airport, anyone know what it is? #news #nj #newark pic.twitter.com/EemATRFuWk
— Sydney Klein (@SydKLION) March 26, 2026
Fire near Newark EWR airport just 15 minutes ago pic.twitter.com/k0hvftD5eH
— Imran Hasan (@CuriousHasan) March 26, 2026
What is going on at Newark Airport, NJ? Big fire right now. pic.twitter.com/S41za349f5
— Angela G (@Angela_AngX) March 26, 2026
Authorities have confirmed that the fire is currently active near 900 Doremus Avenue. The cause of the fire is still under investigation as officials continue to keep a close watch on the situation. This is a developing story.
