Hainesport Wildfire Update: 20% Contained, Structures No Longer Threatened

Latest Developments

As of Tuesday afternoon, the Hainesport wildfire in Southern New Jersey is now 20% contained, according to officials from the New Jersey Forest Fire Service.

The fire, which started on Sunday, has burned approximately 1,000 acres of land in Burlington County.

No structures are currently threatened by the fire, and all evacuation orders have been lifted.

Firefighting Efforts

Hundreds of firefighters from across the state are battling the blaze, using water drops from helicopters and bulldozers to create fire breaks.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Community Impact

The wildfire has caused significant damage to the local environment, destroying trees and wildlife habitats.

The smoke from the fire has also affected air quality in the area, prompting health officials to issue an air quality alert.

Residents are advised to stay indoors and close their windows and doors to avoid exposure to smoke.

Outlook

Firefighters are making progress in containing the blaze, but it is still too early to say when it will be fully extinguished.

Officials are urging residents to remain vigilant and follow all safety instructions.

For more information, visit the New Jersey Forest Fire Service website: https://www.njwildfire.org/