A devastating fire swept through Seaside Heights, New Jersey, leaving a trail of destruction and displacement in its wake. Multiple homes in the coastal town were engulfed in flames, with eyewitnesses describing the scene as "chaotic" and "terrifying." The cause of the fire is currently unknown, but officials are working to determine its origin and prevent further damage. As the community comes together to support those affected, residents are left to wonder how such a disaster could occur in a town that has already faced its share of challenges, including the devastating effects of Hurricane Sandy in 2012.
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