The Lakewood ScoopBREAKING: Fire Rips Through Mordy’s Shtiebel Building in Lakewood; Sefer Torahs Rescued [VIDEOS & PHOTOS]
Aug 25, 2026·1 min read
UPDATE – CHASDEI HASHEM: Sources tell TLS the Sefer Torahs were not directly exposed to the fire, and they’re expected to be okay.
UPDATE: The fire has B”H been extinguished, and they’re hoping the safe has withstood the fire.
Earlier report:
TEHILLIM: Crews are battling a structure fire at Mordy’s Shtiebel in Lakewood.
The fire broke out shortly before 6:00 AM.
Due to the flames, firefighters are unable to access the Sefer Torahs.
