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New Jersey officials announce 100% containment of Jones Road wildfire
Full containment of the blaze comes more than two weeks after it was first sparked in southern Ocean County.
14 hours ago
Listen 0:41Ocean County wildfire now 90% contained after rainy weekend in N.J.; arson suspect expected in court
Officials said the fire is believed to be the second-worst in the last two decades, smaller only than a 2007 blaze that burned 26 square miles.
1 week ago
How did the Jones Road wildfire start and why are wildfires common in the New Jersey Pine Barrens?
The large wildfire was sparked at the peak of New Jersey’s spring fire season.
3 weeks ago
Forecasters warn of fire risk amid low humidity, wind gusts as Pine Barrens fire burns
In its most recent update, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said about half of the fire spread over nearly 24 square miles in the southern part of the state was contained.
3 weeks ago
Ocean County, New Jersey wildfire: 19-year-old charged with arson
Investigators say Joseph Kling set wooden pallets on fire and left them unattended.
3 weeks ago
Officials expect the Jones Road Wildfire to eclipse a 2007 blaze by the time full containment happens this weekend.
3 weeks ago
Philly may lose federal dollars to protect drinking water, shifting the costs to ratepayers
FEMA is ending a grant program expected to help prevent basement flooding in Northern Liberties, South Kensington and Ludlow. Ratepayers could be on the hook for the projects.
1 month ago
With lower-than-normal rainfall, forest firefighting crews have responded to far more blazes. One saw flames shooting above 50-foot trees.
2 months ago
Listen 1:40New Jersey and Delaware residents urged to conserve water, prevent fires as region faces drought
New Jersey has been facing an unseasonably high number of wildfires. Delaware officials also warn residents of wildfire risks.
2 months ago
Listen 1:00Current forecasts predict the next several days to be pretty dry, which won’t do anything to quell current fire hazards.
2 months ago
Listen 1:06More precipitation possible for the Philly region; see snowfall totals
Some parts of New Jersey and Delaware saw upwards of 8 inches of snow.
3 months ago
Philly students will learn virtually Thursday as freezing rain and snow are possible
Back-to-back winter storms to impact millions from Midwest to Northeast.
3 months ago
Philly libraries are vital community hubs. Many struggle to keep their heat on
Data provided by the Free Library of Philadelphia shows 29 branches closed at least once in 2024 due to heating issues.
4 months ago
Listen 1:17Philadelphia Eagles snow from Sunday’s playoff win sells out
Only 100 pints were for sale to die-hard Eagles fans, who snatched them up immediately after being offered.
4 months ago
Experts recommend ‘road salt diet’ as snowstorm hits the Philly region
While salt makes it safer to walk and drive, it can also pollute waterways, soil and groundwater.
4 months ago