An apartment fire left five people injured overnight in Perth Amboy.

Police and fire officials confirm the reported injuries include two burn victims. They had to be flown to the hospital for treatment.

There also were two first responders with minor injuries and another resident with a minor injury.

About 26 residents from six units were awoken by the fire around 2:45 a.m.

Working smoke detectors that were able to go off and alert people.

The side of the apartment sustained the most damage. The fire chief says there were heavy flames, and it appears it started on the second floor.

Fire and police are still on Chauncey Street conducting their investigation, trying to figure out the exact cause.

One man who was sleeping inside says he help a man with burns get out.

"I just want to save his life, that's all I was thinking. That's all I was thinking about, saving his life. I was 100% okay. And I'm a stronger man so that's why I do," said Johanel Fernandez.

"We're praying for all the families, members and victims. It's a tragedy for our city, but we're strong and resilient," said Perth Amboy Mayor Helmin Caba.