Brush Fires Cause Major Traffic Delays on New Jersey Turnpike

ELIZABETH, NJ – Traffic disruptions have unfolded on the New Jersey Turnpike due to several brush fires, which authorities say originated from a car fire near Interchange 13A. The incident, occurring around 4:00 p.m., led to the spread of flames to nearby brush, moving south towards the 13A area. Efforts to manage the fires faced significant challenges, necessitating the halt of traffic flow through the affected zones. The situation remains under close watch by emergency services as they strive to contain the fires and restore normal traffic conditions.