US EditionWildfire Burning in Burlington County, New Jersey
- Firefighters responded Friday morning to a wildfire that ignited within Wharton State Forest, located in Shamong Township, Burlington County, New Jersey.
- A private pilot flying overhead initially noticed the fire, and authorities are actively investigating its origin while coordinating evacuations and road closures.
- Officials have cleared the Lower Forge Campground and restricted access to multiple roads, including Tuckerton, Bulldozer, and Carranza, as well as portions of the Batona Trail to hikers.
- As of 4 p.m. Friday, the wildfire had consumed close to 400 acres and was reported to be 25 percent contained, with local fire departments actively protecting structures and confirming that no buildings were at risk.
- Fire crews used engines, helicopters, bulldozers, and ground crews to contain the blaze, and officials requested the public avoid the area and refrain from flying drones near the fire.
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Wildfire in Wharton State Forest prompts trail, road closures in Burlington County
A wildfire has burned 100 acres in Shamong Township, Burlington County, as for Friday morning. The cause is unknown. New Jersey officials have closed roads near Wharton State Forest and part of a hiking trail.
·Philadelphia, United States
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