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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 ...
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 ...
Teenager arrested in connection with fast-growing New Jersey wildfire
The fire spread quickly and destroyed buildings and vehicles after authorities said a bonfire was improperly extinguished.
Live updates: New Jersey wildfire could be largest state has seen in 20 years
A massive wildfire in Ocean County, New Jersey, has burned thousands of acres, forced thousands of evacuations and closed ...
Heightened wildfire risk in region as 15,300-acre Jones Road Fire still burns in NJ, and Pa. battles a new blaze
The National Weather Service has warned of "an increased risk" for rapid wildfire spread across New Jersey and eastern ...
Grateful neighbors in Ocean County, New Jersey, bring drinks, snacks for crews fighting wildfire
Neighbors in Ocean County, New Jersey, brought drinks and snacks to the command center for firefighters battling the Jones Road Wildfire. The fire is about 50% contained after spreading across roughly ...
New Jersey man vows to rebuild after Jones Road Wildfire destroyed his business: "It's pure devastation"
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, New Jersey, forced thousands to evacuate their homes, but the evacuation orders were ...
Evacuation orders lifted and portion of Garden State Parkway reopens as crews battle New Jersey wildfire
Weather conditions are improving Wednesday as firefighters continue to battle a still-growing wildfire that’s burned more ...