By Barbara A. Preston for The Montgomery News | April 6, 2026
A Peloton exercise bike reportedly caused a fire in a Belle Mead home this morning, according to Montgomery Township Police. Firefighters responded quickly and were able to limit the blaze to the basement of the single family home.
Rich Kennedy, chief of Montgomery Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1, told The Montgomery News at the scene that there were no injuries. Upon arrival, there was black smoke wafting from the building. It was fortunate that Fire Co. No. 1 (Station 45) is located just across Belle Mead-Griggstown Road from the home. Quick action enabled the first responders to contain the damage to the basement. It was unknown whether the family will be displaced.
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Several fire companies and Montgomery EMS responded, and were integral to saving the home, including: Montgomery Volunteer Fire Co. No. 2, Rocky Hill Fire Company, Hillsborough Fire Co. No. 1, Flagtown Fire/Rescue, and Somerset County Haz-Mat.
