Wildfire in Hopewell Twp. 100% contained, New Jersey Forest Fire Service says
Officials believe the wildfire was caused by a downed power line
HOPEWELL TWP., NJ (WPVI) -- A wildfire in Hopewell Township, Mercer County, is now 100% contained, officials announced on Tuesday.
The video featured is from a previous report.
Smoke is expected to remain present until significant rain falls over the fire area, New Jersey Forest Fire Service said.
Officials believe the wildfire was caused by a downed power line.
The fire threatened about 30 structures and consumed about 293 acres near Poor Farm Road.
On Monday, officials said there was no longer a threat to any buildings or residents.
No injuries have been reported.
It is the third wildfire in New Jersey in the past several days.
In Gloucester Township, firefighters extinguished a brush fire that scorched at least 40 acres. The gusty winds spread those flames along Primrose Lane and Erial Road.
Meanwhile, firefighters made progress on a brush fire at Fort Mott State Park in Pennsville, Salem County. The black smoke could be seen billowing from across the river in Delaware on Sunday, where it burned roughly 50 acres. Officials said the fire was 85% contained.
