Forest fires in New Jersey Pinelands 90% contained, officials say

Authorities say they have almost completely contained two forest fires in the New Jersey Pinelands.

The New Jersey Forest Fire Service said in statements Sunday that both blazes in Burlington County are now 90% contained.

in Burlington County has grown to just over a square mile but no longer poses a threat to the four structures cited earlier.remains at 1.3 square miles ; that blaze isn’t threatening any structures. Crews planned to spend the day patrolling the fire perimeter and mopping up hot spots.

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