Officials with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service say 2,500 acres of land have been burned as firefighters work to extinguish the fire, which is only 10% contained.
Firefighters in Ocean County are trying to contain a raging wildfire that has torched thousands of acres, threatening structures in the area.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service tweeted just before 10 p.m. Tuesday that the wildfire ignited along Route 539 and Horicon Avenue in Manchester Township.By Wednesday morning, officials say the fire continued to burn, with flames as high as 200 feet. Authorities with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service say the fire is only 10% contained after about 2,500 acres were burned. The following road closures are in effect: Rt. 70 is closed from Lakehurst Circle to Beckerville West Road
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