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Fire breaks out in West Deptford, New Jersey, smoke visible from Philadelphia

The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is responding to a wildfire in West Deptford, New Jersey, on Saturday.

NJFFS said ground and air crews are responding, including a plane that is capable of dropping 600 gallons of water.

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The fire is in the area of 8th Street in West Deptford. The smoke can be seen from several miles away.

NJFFS said the fire is about 50 acres and is 40% contained.

Residents across South Jersey have reported ash and debris falling from the sky onto their properties Saturday afternoon.

This is a developing story and will be updated.

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