Large fire disrupts traffic at Newark International Airport

Blaze brought under control with no injuries as viral claims are debunked linking fire to the airport

NEWARK, N.J. – A fire near Newark Liberty International Airport on Thursday drew attention online after thick black smoke was seen rising in the area, but officials say the incident had no meaningful impact on airport operations despite speculation online. It also was not on airport property.

Firefighters were called to 635 Delancy St. at approximately 2:48 p.m., where an outdoor brush fire had spread to an occupied building, according to Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda. Everyone inside the structure wa...