Earthquake, 3 Killed In Crashes, Dozens Of Syringes Close Beach: NJ Weekend

Two separate fatal crashes over the weekend claimed three lives across the state, while a house fire in Montclair displaced 11 residents and a dog. Below are the headlines you may have missed from the weekend in New Jersey:

Earthquake Shakes NJ Saturday

A 1.1-magnitude earthquake shook the Chester area Saturday afternoon, tied to a newly identified fault line. No damage or injuries were reported.

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Man Killed, 2 Injured In Route 55 Crash

A 68-year-old Pennsylvania man died Saturday when a Tesla lost control on Route 55 in Vineland and struck his SUV. Two others were hospitalized with moderate injuries. The crash is under investigation.

Read More Here: Man Killed, 2 Injured In Route 55 Crash In South Jersey, Police Say

2 Killed In Route 50 Crash

Two adults died early Saturday in a Mays Landing crash during an encounter with law enforcement, authorities said. The incident happened shortly before 8 a.m. The state Attorney General's Office is investigating, as required by law.

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Syringes Wash Up, Close Beach To Swimming

More than 60 syringes washed up on the Manasquan beach Saturday, prompting a swimming closure. Officials plan to re-evaluate water safety before opening it to the public.

Read More Here: Syringes In Ocean Shuts Down NJ Beach

Montclair House Fire Displaces 11

A second-alarm basement fire at a three-story Elm Street home Sunday morning displaced 11 people and a dog, according to News 12. Firefighters searched the home and found no one inside. Officials said the fire did not spread beyond the area where it started. No injuries were reported.

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