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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 ...
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.
A 19-year-old man faces arson charges for New Jersey wildfire, officials say
A 19-year-old faces arson charges in connection to a southern New Jersey wildfire that has scorched at least 15,000 acres and ...
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How did the Jones Road wildfire start and why are wildfires common in the New Jersey Pine Barrens?
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National Weather Service warns of heightened wildfire risk in New Jersey and Pa. as 15,250-acre Jones Road Fire still burns
The warning issued by the National Weather Service runs from 11 a.m.to 7 p.m. and covers all of South Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania.
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JBJ Soul Kitchen offers free meals to Ocean County wildfire victims and first responders
JBJ Soul Kitchen, founded by Jon Bon Jovi, is providing free three-course meals to first responders and residents impacted by the Ocean County wildfire, restaurant officials said. The meals are ...
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Forest Fire services gives Thursday night update on New Jersey fire
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service continues to monitor conditions and allocate resources where needed. Local officials say ...
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Teen charged with allegedly setting New Jersey wildfire; Air quality alert in NYC, Tri-State area
Officials said the fire is believed to be the second-worst in the last two decades, smaller only than a 2007 blaze that ...