Officials: Wildfire threatening 30 structures in Washington Township, Burlington County
The blaze is currently 257 acres in size and 30% contained, according to officials.
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The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is working to contain a wildfire that is threatening 30 structures in Burlington County.
It’s burning off Route 542 and River Road in Washington Township.
The blaze, which was first detected around 11:48 a.m. Tuesday, is currently 257 acres in size and 30% contained, according to officials.
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The following road closures are in place: Route 542 between Wading River Bridge and Lovers Lane, Old Church Road and River Road.
There are no evacuations in place at this time.
Officials are still investigating the cause of the fire.
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