SHAMONG TWP., N.J. — Crews with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service are making progress containing a wildfire burning in Wharton State Forest near the Carranza Memorial in Burlington County.
As of Saturday, the Mines Spung Wildfire has burned approximately 5,000 acres and is 60% contained, according to officials. Firefighters have deployed engines, bulldozers, helicopters, and ground crews to battle the blaze.
Several road closures remain in effect, including Tuckerton Road from Carranza Road to Washington Turnpike, Carranza Road from Forked Neck Road to Tuckerton Road, Bulldozer Road, and Hampton Road. The Batona Trail is also closed between Carranza Road and Quaker Bridge Road.
Lower Forge Campground has been evacuated as a precaution. Authorities reported that five structures are currently threatened by the fire, though no damages have been confirmed.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Officials noted that passing rainstorms in the area are expected to assist containment efforts.
