New Jersey officials reported that there is a large wildfire in the Whatrton State Forest near the Mullica River.
Members continue to fight the wildfire which is fueled by dry and breezy conditions in Wharton State Forest effecting Washington, Shamong, Hammonton & Mullica townships. The blaze has reached 600 acres in size and is only 10% contained. Six structures are threatened. Botsto Villege, Mullica River trail & boat launch are closed. Forest Service crews continue to conduct a backfire operation to aid in containment. This is effecting Atlantic & Burlington Counties.
Members continue to fight the wildfire which is fueled by dry and breezy conditions in Wharton State Forest effecting Washington, Shamong, Hammonton & Mullica townships. The blaze has reached 600 acres in size and is only 10% contained. Six structures are threatened. Botsto Villege, Mullica River trail & boat launch are closed. Forest Service crews continue to conduct a backfire operation to aid in containment. This is effecting Atlantic & Burlington Counties.
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