Stafford Township, NJ – On December 25, 2024 at approximately 6:30 A.M., a structure fire was reported at 200 Navy Lane in Ocean Acres. Upon police arrival, the downstairs portion of the residence was engulfed in flames and the residents had evacuated along with their pets. Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Department arrived on scene and extinguished the fire. The residence sustained significant damage. Sections of Lighthouse Drive, Buccaneer Lane, and Atlantis Avenue were temporarily closed to through traffic. Stafford Township Volunteer EMS arrived on scene and no injuries were reported. Stafford Township Fire Prevention officials, the Department of Water and Sewer, and the Department of Public Works responded as well. The investigation as to what caused the fire is ongoing; however, it does not appear to be suspicious in nature at this time. The American Red Cross responded to the scene to assist the residents.