A potentially dangerous situation was quickly brought under control on Monday afternoon when a fire broke out at a residential home hosting a playgroup near Route 9 and Pine Street in Lakewood. All of the home’s occupants, including multiple children, were evacuated from the premises before emergency responders arrived on the scene.

The fire was promptly extinguished without causing any significant damage to the property. Lakewood EMS and Hatzolah were dispatched to the location to provide medical assistance and ensure the well-being of those involved.

As a precautionary measure, several children and adults who were present at the playgroup during the incident were placed under brief medical observation. One child was transported to a hospital for additional observation, though they are expected to be okay.

The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.