BOGOTA, NJ - Flames from a furnace in the basement of a Bogota home extended to nearby items and then rolled across the ceiling before firefighters doused the fire on January 4th. 

The alarm came in shortly before 8:00 A.M. at 220 Oakwood Ave. On arrival, heavy smoke was venting from the two-and-a-half-story frame dwelling. All residents were confirmed out as three lines were stretched into a side door and the roof was laddered. A second-alarm was sounded. The fire was quickly knocked down, but smoke continued on all floors. The roof was opened and the home vented as extensive overhaul was needed between the basement and first-floor.

The visible smoke soon dissipated and command placed the fire under control. No serious injuries were reported. Units from Hackensack, Ridgefield Park, Teaneck, and Englewood assisted at the scene.