Wildfire in Burlington County 100% contained: New Jersey Forest Fire Service

The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation.

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Sunday, June 4, 2023
Wildfire in Burlington County 100% contained: New Jersey Forest Fire Service
A wildfire that broke out overnight in Burlington County has been completely contained, according to officials.

MEDFORD, New Jersey (WPVI) -- A wildfire that broke out overnight in Burlington County has been completely contained, according to officials.

Chopper 6 was over the scene in Medford, New Jersey, hours after the fire first began.

As of 6 p.m. Saturday, the fire was 210 acres in size and 100% contained.

Officials say the wildfire initially began in the area of Elderberry Drive and Jackson Road during the early morning hours on Saturday.

Residents were previously asked to shelter in place while crews work to put out the blaze.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported at the scene.

The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation.

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