Firefighters battle the blaze in Wharton State Forest in four townships – Washington, Shamong, Hammonton and Mallika – “fueled by dry and windy conditions.” Service said on social media.
The size of in fire represents a significant growth from its size of 2100 acres on a Sunday evening, fire service said.
There were no reports of casualties, but 18 structures are at risk, the tweet said.
“Structure protection is in place and provided by a local volunteer fire Departments of Atlantic, Burlington and Ocean Counties. fire officials said. “We thank them for their help.”
two roads and number of hiking trails in the forest was closed because of wildfire, fire service said.
Weather conditions are expected to improve on Monday, with height of 80 and wind speed 5-10 m/s. The wind is expected to die down off By the evening hours and there is a small chance for shower on Tuesday.
Wharton State Forest, located about 20 miles to the northwest. of Atlantic City, is the largest single tract of land in the New Jersey State Parks system, according to the State Park Service.
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