Authorities called it a multi-acre wildfire that broke out around 1 p.m. Wednesday.
WATCH | Chopper 6 flies over wildfire burning across Brendan T. Byrne State Forest
Crews battle multi-acre wildfire burning across Brendan T. Byrne State Forest in Burlington County
It is burning in the area of Mary Ann Forge Road in Pemberton Township.
Authorities say the 35-acre blaze was about 60% contained as of 6:30 p.m.
No structures have been threatened, no evacuations have been ordered, and no roads are closed at this time.
Firefighters warned that smoke will likely remain present until significant rain falls over the state forest.
Officials are asking residents to avoid the area.
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