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On the morning of April 4, 2026, the day before Easter, a devastating fire broke out on Sheridan Ave in Seaside Heights. One house was completely lost, and two others were badly damaged. One of the damaged homes belongs to a family friend, who suddenly found themselves without a safe place to stay.

Darlene was a loving mother, sibling, and friend. She was known for her love, laughter, kindness, attitude and how smart she was. She enjoyed working helping others and watching her favorite television shows. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family.

April 4, 2026 A fast‑moving, three‑alarm fire tore through multiple homes in Seaside Heights early Saturday morning, leaving several families displaced and one local household facing a total loss of their home, belongings, and vehicle. Fire crews were dispatched around 3:27–3:30 AM to the area of Sheridan Avenue, where heavy flames were already pushing through multiple structures.