Officials: South Jersey wildfire impacting over 100 buildings, 75% contained

There are 104 structures threatened. All evacuation orders were lifted Thursday evening.

Lauren Due

Nov 8, 2024, 5:44 PM

Updated 2 hr ago

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The New Jersey Forest Fire Service says the Bethany Run Wildfire on the border of Burlington and Camden counties in Evesham and Voorhees townships has burned 360 acres and was75% contained as of 11 a.m. Friday.
There are 104 structures threatened. All evacuation orders were lifted Thursday evening.
The Forest Fire Service says it responded with fire engines, bulldozers and ground crews. The service says structure protection is being provided by local Burlington, Camden and Gloucester county fire departments.
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Sycamore Avenue is closed, as well as Kettle Run Road from Braddock Mill Road to Hopewell Road. Access to the Sturbridge Lakes Development is closed.
The cause of the fire is under investigation..