An early morning fatal fire that broke out at a Westfield condo complex may have been caused by an improperly discarded smoking material, according to officials.
According to Westfield Fire Chief David Kelly, received a report of a fire at Wychwood Gardens co-op community at approximately 5 a.m.
Upon arrival, a primary search of Apt. 57 C, led crews to the rescue of the unidentified woman inside the unit.
Despite crews attempts to revive the victim, she succumbed to her injuries.
The unit where the fire is believed to have started along with three other condos are uninhabitable due to smoke damage.
The Red Cross also responded to the scene to assistant four adult residents find temporary housing.
Although fire was deemed accidental, a cigarette appears to have caused the fire.
Cranford, Springfield, Union and Roselle fire departments responded to assist.
The investigation into the fire is ongoing.