New Jersey Forest Fire Service crews help out as 15 wildfires burn in California
More than 40 members of the New Jersey Forest Fire Service have answered the call so far this season, and many more have done so in years past.
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More than 40 members of the New Jersey Forest Fire Service have answered the call so far this season, and many more have done so in years past.
At least 15 fires are burning in California. More than 40 members of the New Jersey Forest Fire Service have traveled west to help put them out.
The sprawling Park Fire, near Chico — which officials say was sparked after a man pushed a burning car into a gully and then fled — was only 12% contained.
A wildfire burning at a military gunnery range in Ocean and Burlington Counties has burned 600 acres and is 50% contained, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said on Tuesday.
The Tea Time Hill Wildfire, which has burned 4,000 acres of South Jersey's Wharton State Forest, was started by fireworks, according to the New Jersey State Forest Service.
The "Tea Time Hill Wildfire" burning in South Jersey's Wharton State Forest was caused by fireworks, according to the New Jersey State Forest Service.
Kerri Corrado reports.
Extreme wildfires damage the environment, people's health and the economy. They've doubled in the last 20 years, new study shows.
The blaze in northeastern British Columbia started Friday and almost doubled in size by the following day, reaching about 4,200 acres.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is "mopping up" a 510-acre wildfire in Wharton State Forest in Shamong and Waterford townships.
Fire danger was high on Wednesday in New Jersey. Conditions like dry ground and shifting winds can contribute to fire danger.
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
CBS News Philadelphia went on a tour Tuesday to an important spot vital to fighting fires and became the first line of defense before crews made their way to the railroad flames.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service responded to several wildfires burning in Winslow Township, N.J. Officials said the fires were mostly contained as of 6 p.m. and were sparked by a passing train.
Canadian officials say the country's upcoming wildfire season could be more explosive than last year's historic season.
The state is battling its "largest and most destructive fire in Texas history," and the blaze is only 15% contained, officials said.
Last year, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said it dealt with an "abnormally active fire year."
The final victim of the Hawaii wildfires has been identified as 70-year-old Lahaina resident Lydia Coloma.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service will receive $3 million in funding, some of which will be used for firefighting equipment and staffing.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service will receive $3 million in funding, some of which will be used for firefighting equipment and staffing.
Extreme weather is spurring some insurers to exit states like California and Florida, while homeowners grapple with surging premiums.
Residents in Camden and Burlington Counties can expect smoky conditions on Thursday night as the Dragway Wildfire in the Wharton State Forest conditions to burn, fire officials said.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service says the Airpark Wildfire was caused by a plane crash.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service says the Airpark Wildfire was caused by a plane crash.
The Airpark Wildfire burned over 800 acres in Ocean County, New Jersey, and shut down roads near Miller Air Park.
