Wildfire Forces Road Closures in New Jersey State Forest
A wildfire broke out in the Wharton State Forest in Shamong Township, Burlington County, prompting road closures on Friday morning. The fire was spotted near the Carranza Memorial, resulting in the closure of Tuckerton and Bulldozer roads. Authorities from the New Jersey Forest Fire Service have urged residents to avoid the area while they assess the situation. As of now, officials have not provided an estimated size of the fire.
Additionally, the popular Batona Trail, a hiking path, has been closed between Carranza and Bulldozer roads due to safety concerns. The Carranza Memorial, which commemorates Emilio Carranza Rodríguez, a Mexican aviator whose plane crashed in the forest in 1928, remains under scrutiny as it is unclear if the flames have affected the site.
The community is advised to stay informed and adhere to instructions from local authorities. For the latest updates, New Jersey residents can rely on trusted local news sources. Eric Conklin can be contacted via email at econklin@njadvancemedia.com for more details.
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