Jackson Township officials on Tuesday praised local and regional emergency responders for their coordinated response to a structure fire at the Club at Jackson development on Mantoloking Drive.

In a statement, Mayor Jennifer Kuhn and the Jackson Township Council thanked firefighters, police officers, medical personnel, and volunteers who worked through the night to contain the blaze and protect residents.

Officials highlighted the efforts of Fire District 4 and other Jackson fire districts, along with assistance from the Freehold Independent Fire Company and the Joint Base Fire Department. Township leaders said the mutual aid response helped ensure continued fire coverage across the community while crews remained committed at the scene.

“Their coordination and experience were critical in bringing a complex fire under control under challenging conditions,” the statement said.

The mayor and council also recognized the Jackson Police Department, noting that the department’s new chief was on scene as officers worked to evacuate residents and secure the area. Additional thanks were extended to Jackson Township Emergency Medical Services and the Jackson Township Office of Emergency Management for their role in coordinating the response.

Volunteer emergency and community support groups were also acknowledged, including Hatzalah of Central Jersey and Chaverim of Central Jersey, which officials said provided vital support to both residents and first responders during the incident.

Township leaders described the response as an example of agencies working together “with focus and professionalism,” emphasizing the importance of interagency cooperation during major emergencies.

Mayor Kuhn also expressed appreciation on behalf of the Jackson 21 community, the homeowners association, and township residents, thanking every firefighter, police officer, EMT, and volunteer who assisted at the scene.

“Jackson is safer because of your service,” the statement said. “We are grateful for it.”