Crews working to contain three wildfires in South Jersey
Amid the worsening drought, crews with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service are working to contain and put out three fires burning in South Jersey. Nikki DeMentri reports.
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Amid the worsening drought, crews with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service are working to contain and put out three fires burning in South Jersey. Nikki DeMentri reports.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service crews are battling at least three wildfires under unusually dry conditions.
Homeowners are taking precautions as crews fight wildfires in Evesham Township and other areas in New Jersey.
Dry conditions after a record-breaking lack of rainfall are posing high fire danger in New Jersey, where crews are battling two wildfires – a 75-acre blaze in Voorhees and Evesham townships and a 300-acre major wildfire in Jackson Township, Ocean County. Brandon Goldner reports on the Bethany Run wildfire and Ryan Hughes has the latest on the Shotgun Wildfire. Plus, NEXT Weather Meteorologist Grant Gilmore explains more on the fire weather conditions and moderate to extreme levels of drought in the area.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is battling another multi-acre wildfire, this one in Waterford Township.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service crews are battling a wildfire in Camden County, New Jersey, in the Wharton State Forest.
A massive wildfire is burning on Blue Mountain near the Lehigh Gap in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, on Sunday, officials said.
A wildfire in Downe Township, Cumberland County, has burned 120 acres as of Sunday morning, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said.
Philadelphia fire crews were dispatched to the 1600 block of Fontain Street just after 10:30 p.m. and were met with heavy flames on the second floor of the building, officials said.
We just wrapped up our driest October in recorded history. The lack of rain has also been a factor in the outbreak of wildfires. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is trying to contain the so-called “Halloween Fire" burning in Downe Township, Cumberland County. It has spread to 120 acres and is about 75% contained at this time. The cause of the Halloween Fire remains under investigation.
Two dogs were rescued from a fire in a 2-story home in West Deptford early Friday morning. There were no injuries and everyone was able to get out of the house safely. Firefighters are still investigating the cause.
Dry conditions in our area continue to spurn wildfires including this one in Cumberland County. The fire started on Halloween and has scorched 110 acres so far. The fire burned in the area of Railroad Avenue between Creek and Ackley roads in Downe Township. Ryan Hughes is tracking the effort to contain the flames.
Fire crews put out flames at a burning home on Crescent Avenue in West Deptford, New Jersey early Friday morning.
Two firefighters were injured in this fire in Coplay, Lehigh County Wednesday night. The two-story twin residence on the 800 block of Catherine Drive caught fire just before 8 p.m. The fire started on the rear deck of the residence and even jumped to the adjoining home. The injured firefighters were treated and released. The cause is under investigation.
Firefighters are getting the upper hand on this wildfire that's burning in Evesham Township, Burlington County. The fire started Wednesday afternoon in the area of Sycamore Avenue. We're told the 40-acre fire is now about 90% contained and no homes are in danger. The cause is under investigation.
Chopper 3 was in Evesham Township Wednesday evening while fire crews worked to contain a brush fire as the Tri-State deals with a record-dry streak. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service said 15 buildings are threatened by the flames. There are no evacuations at this point and all roads are still open. Crews are process of setting up a fireline and burning off fuel to keep the fire from spreading.
Five people were displaced and one firefighter was rescued after crews battled a 2-alarm house fire in Ocean City, New Jersey.
Jane Davis, who lives a few houses down from where the fire happened, recorded the cell phone video showing the Ocean City firefighter's rescue.
It was a close call for a firefighter battling a house fire in Ocean City, Cape May County. He was on the balcony as heavy flames poured from the second-floor deck at 16th and West Avenue Saturday morning. No one was seriously injured. Officials say at least five people were displaced. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
The American Red Cross is helping people impacted by this fire at an apartment complex in Whitehall Township, Lehigh County along Maryland Circle. We're working to find out how many residents have been displaced and how the fire started. An evacuation center has been set up at Temple Beth El in Allentown.
It's been almost three weeks since the fire destroyed an elementary school on the Saint Francis of Assisi Parish's campus.
It’s been almost three weeks since the fire that destroyed a building at a Delaware County elementary school. It was a devastating loss, but it didn’t stop students and staff from taking part in a cherished annual event on Friday. Madeleine Wright reports they were building hope for the future.
Forest fire crews in New Jersey are preparing in case more fires break out. Fire wardens said they've never seen conditions this dry.
Much of South Jersey is under a red flag warning because of elevated fire danger. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Angie's Luncheonette, a popular South Jersey restaurant, was heavily damaged after an overnight fire in Bordentown.
Wawa is giving away free hot coffee to Wawa Rewards Members at all locations on Thursday, April 16, in celebration of 62 years in business.
Philadelphia recorded its first official 90-degree day of the year on Wednesday, and it's set to repeat that on Thursday.
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Orlando Magic in the NBA play-in tournament Wednesday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena and will play the Boston Celtics in the first round of the playoffs.
Nico Hoerner drove in a career-high five runs, Shota Imanaga struck out 11 in six strong innings and the Chicago Cubs routed the Philadelphia Phillies 11-2 on Wednesday night.
Officials in Wildwood, New Jersey, are moving to close the boardwalk between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m.
Wawa is giving away free hot coffee to Wawa Rewards Members at all locations on Thursday, April 16, in celebration of 62 years in business.
Philadelphia recorded its first official 90-degree day of the year on Wednesday, and it's set to repeat that on Thursday.
Police sources said the victim was an MLB umpire in town to work the Phillies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks series last weekend.
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Orlando Magic in the NBA play-in tournament Wednesday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena and will play the Boston Celtics in the first round of the playoffs.
Nico Hoerner drove in a career-high five runs, Shota Imanaga struck out 11 in six strong innings and the Chicago Cubs routed the Philadelphia Phillies 11-2 on Wednesday night.
Wawa is giving away free hot coffee to Wawa Rewards Members at all locations on Thursday, April 16, in celebration of 62 years in business.
A Marine Corps veteran and his family received a life-changing surprise on Wednesday. They got the keys to a fully paid-off home in Concord Township, Delaware County.
Transplant patients participated in a Donor Dash at Penn Medicine to celebrate donors and their families.
One person was arrested after allegedly stabbing a woman at the Willow Grove Park Mall in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, police say.
Philly's Rittenhouse Square will soon have a bench honoring former 93.3 WMMR radio host Pierre Robert.
Officials in Wildwood, New Jersey, are moving to close the boardwalk between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m.
Police are investigating a shooting outside a Cherry Hill strip mall, where a 61-year-old man was injured.
Authorities released new photos of a man who was killed in Camden, but footage of an attack or crime scene is slim.
Lower Township is also now considering a second ordinance, which will offer a $250 seasonal parking permit for residents.
Ashly Robinson, an influencer who went by Ashlee Jenae online, died on a trip with her fiancé in Zanzibar. Now, her family is searching for answers.
Thousands of individually packaged bags of fentanyl were found in the woods in New Castle County, Delaware, police said.
Months after a propane explosion, Refuge Nation Church in Bear, Delaware, will welcome members back this weekend.
A 17-year-old girl was taken to the hospital after she was shot on North Walnut Street in Wilmington, police said.
A meteor spotted across multiple states Tuesday afternoon traveled more than 100 miles before disintegrating, NASA said.
An Acme Markets store in Middletown, Delaware, sold the lottery ticket that won the $230.8 million Powerball jackpot.
Transplant patients participated in a Donor Dash at Penn Medicine to celebrate donors and their families.
Ordinary Philadelphians are stepping into the ring not for a title but to take on cancer in the fourth annual Liberty Bell Brawl.
An exhibit called Revolutionary Botany at the Mütter Museum explores the origins of the American pharmacy and Philly's role.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
The westbound lanes of Interstate 76 were temporarily blocked in Philadelphia on Tuesday morning after a dump truck caught fire.
SEPTA said a person was struck at the Girard Avenue B line station on Wednesday morning, leading to service disruptions.
Residents along Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia say speeding cars in the area have been a consistent problem.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
All TSA security checkpoints at Philadelphia International Airport have reopened after weeks of staffing shortages due to a partial government shutdown.
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Orlando Magic in the NBA play-in tournament Wednesday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena and will play the Boston Celtics in the first round of the playoffs.
Nico Hoerner drove in a career-high five runs, Shota Imanaga struck out 11 in six strong innings and the Chicago Cubs routed the Philadelphia Phillies 11-2 on Wednesday night.
The $20 million expansion of Stateside Live! in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex will be unveiled at the end of May, just in time for a slate of big sporting events this summer.
A new mural will soon pay tribute to the historic Philadelphia Stars Negro Leagues baseball team.
The Detroit Tigers have agreed to an eight-year, $150 million contract extension with rookie infielder Kevin McGonigle.
The city of Chester is honoring Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Avery*Sunshine during an emotional homecoming ceremony.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Bill Kelly says the Philadelphia region is likely to experience record heat again on Thursday. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
The Sixers will play their heated rivals, the Boston Celtics, in the first round of the playoffs.
An investigation is underway after a 61-year-old man was injured in a shooting in Cherry Hill.
City officials say they're making the change for safety reasons to prevent large gatherings.
The Norwegian Jewel will take passengers from Philadelphia to Bermuda.