2:35 Update: Hamilton Township Police says Sears, Macy's and JCPenney have reopened while the mall itself remains closed.

Original story:

Hamilton Mall in Mays Landing has been evacuated following an electrical fire.


The mall, as of around 1:00, has been evacuated as a precaution and no injuries have been reported. The fire is believed to be contained and/or extinguished; however the mall is temporarily closed at this time. Police are asking the public to avoid the area at this time.

This is a developing story that will be updated as more information becomes available.

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