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Raging N.J. wildfire didn’t grow overnight, officials say, but continues to burn despite rain
The Jones Road wildfire, as the blaze was dubbed, is one of the largest in state history. Since breaking out on Tuesday in ...
AccuWeather's 2025 wildfire risk report: Carolinas face major ongoing concerns
AccuWeather warns that heightened wildfire risk in the Carolinas for 2025 will likely continue to increase for years to come.
New Jersey wildfire explodes to 13,250 acres, could be largest in nearly 20 years
The Jones Road fire is the largest wildfire in New Jersey since June 2022 when the Mullica River Fire scorched 13,500 acres ...
Mystery blaze starts in N.J. family’s home as wildfire burns nearby
The cause of the fire in the Forked River home is believed to be electrical, but remains under investigation, according to a ...
Wildfire in New Jersey Pine Barrens expected to grow before it’s contained, officials say
A fast-moving wildfire engulfing part of New Jersey’s Pine Barrens has not resulted in any injuries, officials said.
Ocean County, N.J. wildfire declared arson, 19-year-old in custody, authorities say
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is now considered a case of arson sparked by an unattended bonfire, authorities ...
Forecasters warn of fire risk amid low humidity, wind gusts as NJ wildfire burns
Forecasters are warning of low humidity and gusty wind increased the risk fire could spread across parts of New Jersey, ...
Democrat-run Los Angeles failing wildfire victims’ rebuilding plans months after Trump visit: GOP rep
Thousands of Pacific Palisades homeowners are waiting to rebuild after the devastating wildfires as only a handful of permits ...
Maps show how New Jersey wildfire smoke may affect air quality in Massachusetts
When there's wildfire smoke in Massachusetts, it's usually coming from thousands of miles away in Canada or the west coast.
Massive N.J. wildfire still covers 15,000 acres but much-needed rain is coming
The “Jones Road Wildfire” is currently 15,300 acres in size and is 60% contained, according to an update from the New Jersey ...