News 12 Staff
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Apr 18, 2026, 6:22 AM
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Updated
A rooftop solar panel caught fire and left a Toms River home severely damaged on Friday.
The Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention says crews responded to a report about visible flames on the top of the two-story residence.
They initiated fire suppression operations and began investigating the source.
Further assessment determined that it was caused by an electrical issue within the solar panel system mounted near the back of the roof.
The flames were extinguished shortly after it was upgraded to a second alarm.
Officials say the home was deemed unsafe for occupancy.
It is unclear how many residents were displaced.
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