A fire erupted at Congregation Beth El in Rutherford, New Jersey, around 2:45 a.m., severely damaging the building. Firefighters addressed the fire and ongoing hotspots, confirming no injuries. The rabbi inside when the fire started escaped with his family. Neighbors provided aid while expressing shock at the rapid destruction. The synagogue had been a community presence for over 100 years and previously experienced a firebombing in 2012. The cause of the fire remains undetermined, and federal officials have been informed without speculation of criminal activity.
Fire broke out overnight at Congregation Beth El in Rutherford, New Jersey, starting around 2:45 a.m. and resulting in complete destruction of the synagogue.
Firefighters extinguished the flames but continued to battle hotspots and smoke. There were no reported injuries, but the cause of the fire is under investigation.
A rabbi was inside the synagogue when the fire started, and he, along with his family, escaped without injuries. Neighbors offered assistance.
The synagogue had been a community staple for over 100 years and had previously experienced a firebombing incident in 2012.
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