Firefighters in southern New Jersey continue to manage the Jones Road Wildfire, now estimated at 11,500 acres and 30% contained, which may become the largest wildfire in 20 years. With the cause under investigation, officials predict more acres will be affected as the forecast indicates changing weather. Despite the fire threatening 1,300 homes, no structures have been lost. This year's wildfire activity has surged compared to 2024, with 662 incidents reported and significant evacuations affecting local residents and major roadways.
No residential structures have been burned, though over the course of fighting the fire some 1,300 were threatened.
Bill Donnelly highlighted the significant uptick in wildfire activity this year compared to 2024, noting that the trend has been alarming.
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