BARNEGAT, NJ — Firefighters are working to contain a 5-acre wildfire burning near the border of Barnegat and Waretown, officials said Monday.
According to the Barnegat Police Department, the fire is located west of Route 532 in the area of Jones Road and Bryant Road. Personnel from the New Jersey State Forest Fire Service are on scene and actively managing the blaze.
Authorities confirmed there is no immediate threat to the public and no evacuations have been ordered. The fire remains contained to a wooded area, and officials are monitoring the situation closely.
No injuries or property damage have been reported at this time.
Officials monitoring fire conditions
Crews continue suppression efforts as they work to fully contain the wildfire. The Barnegat Police Department urged residents to avoid the area to allow fire teams to operate safely.
The cause of the fire has not been determined. Investigators are expected to review the site once conditions allow.
Key Points
- A 5-acre wildfire is burning near Route 532 in the Jones Road and Bryant Road area
- NJ State Forest Fire crews are on scene with containment efforts underway
- There is no current threat to the public or need for evacuations
A 5-acre wildfire sparks near Barnegat, prompting swift containment efforts with no public danger reported.