Fire and Weather Services Warn Dry, Windy Days Boost Fire Risks
Since last week, the region has seen an increase in fires
As the New Jersey Forest Fire Service works to contain a 600-acre wildfire in the heart of the Pinelands in Tabernacle and Woodland Townships, the service along with the National Weather Service have issued warnings. “The Forest Fire Service is increasing fire patrols and we are increasing our response capabilities as this drying trend continues,” said State Forest Fire Service Acting Chief Michael Drake in a statement this morning. “But we need your help to prevent fires and to alert us if you see or suspect one.’’ Just in Lacey alone, four fires occurred since Thursday. Firefighters throughout the region worked to battle a Beach Haven blaze on Sunday that severely damaged a local restaurant and several homes. The current fire danger is …
