South Jersey wildfire 75% contained after burning 1,300 acres so far

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Monday, April 21, 2025 11:31AM
South Jersey wildfire 75% contained after burning 1,300 acres so far
Officials said the blaze was 75% contained as of Sunday.

VINELAND, N.J. (WPVI) -- Crews are working to contain a wildfire in Vineland, New Jersey.

It's being called "Danny's Wildfire".

According to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, the 1,300-acre fire is burning in a remote area of the Peaslee Wildlife Management Area in Cumberland County.

The flames were first detected by the Belleplain Fire Tower at 12:24 p.m. Friday.

Officials said the blaze was 75% contained as of Sunday.

No structures are threatened, and no evacuations have been ordered.

All roads have reopened in the area.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

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