New Jersey, drought and wildfire

New Jersey's ongoing drought raises wildfire risk, state officials issue warning
New Jersey officials urged residents to conserve water and be wary of wildfire as the state's drought continues well into 2025.
New Jersey officials warn of intense wildfire season as drought persists across the state
The forest fire service has battled 381 blazes this year, with three major fires each burning more than 100 acres.
State Agencies Urge Wildfire Awareness, Water Conservation Amid Persistent Drought
The Murphy Administration is urging New Jersey residents to remain wildfire-aware and conserve water as drought conditions persist into spring, the
Level 2 drought hits New Jersey sparking wildfire concerns around the state
The latest drought monitor shows all of New Jersey in moderate drought, with worsening conditions south and east. The November Jackson Township Shotgun fire followed the driest October on record ...
New Jersey asks residents to conserve water after major wildfire scorches 190 acres
A 191-acre wildfire that tore through Franklin Township, Gloucester County, starting Wednesday evening was fully contained as of Thursday, according to New Jersey firefighting officials. Initially the fire,
New Jersey could have active wildfire season, officials warn
New Jersey officials are warning that we could have a very active wildfire season due to a lack of rain in recent months.
New 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.
Much of New Jersey at "high" wildfire risk already. Here's why.
New Jersey fire officials are preparing for what could be a very active wildfire season. After an especially busy fall last ...
N.J. weather: Severe thunderstorms for part of weekend forecast. Highs could hit 70 degrees.
Temperatures will be quite warm for mid-March with highs Sunday ranging from the mid 60s to low 70s. Winds of 20 to 30 mph ...
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NJ wildfires surge — Act now or face restrictions!
Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette says that despite several heavy rains and snowfalls over the winter ...
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NJ Sounds Alarm as Spring Nears, Drought Persists
New Jersey is ringing alarm bells because the state is past the months when dealing with the drought is easier. The state ...
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N.J. wildfires more than triple in number from the same time last year
chief of the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, said Monday. “If things continue the way they are, we’re going to have quite ...