NEW LISBON, NJ (CBS) – The New Jersey Forest Fire Department is fighting a wildfire in the Brendan T. Byrne State Forest. Officials say the so-called ‘Brickworks Wildfire’ has burned more than 300 acres in Manchester and Woodland Townships, affecting both Burlington and Ocean counties.
At the last check, the fire is at least 50% under control.
WILDFIRE UPDATE: Brendan T. Byrne State Forest – Brickworks Wildfire – Manchester and Woodland Townships@NJDEPForestFire made substantial progress in containing a wildfire in the Brendan T. Byrne State Forest that has grown to 300 acres and is 50% contained. pic.twitter.com/Mp6Q6dmM29
— New Jersey Forest Fire Department (@njdepforestfire) June 27, 2022
So far, no structures have been threatened and no injuries have been reported.
No word yet on what caused the fire.
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