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New Jersey Wildfire Expands to 1,200 Acres, Forcing Evacuations and Road Closures

The uncontained blaze in Ocean County has triggered mandatory evacuations, disrupted power for over 25,000 customers, and closed major roads, including the Garden State Parkway.

A wildfire burns in the Pinelands Forest near Ocean Township, New Jersey on Tuesday, April 22, 2025
The Ocean County wildfire in New Jersey has expanded to 1,200 acres.
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Overview

  • The Jones Road Wildfire, which began in Greenwood Forest Wildlife Management Area near Barnegat Township, has grown to 1,200 acres with 0% containment as of Tuesday evening.
  • Mandatory evacuations are in place for areas including Wells Mills Road and parts of Lacey and Ocean Townships, with voluntary evacuations in Barnegat Township.
  • The Garden State Parkway is closed in both directions between Exits 63 and 80, along with multiple local roads, severely impacting transportation in the region.
  • Over 25,000 homes and businesses in Ocean County are without power, with 16 structures currently at risk according to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service.
  • Officials have opened a shelter at Southern Regional High School and are investigating the cause of the wildfire, which has not yet been determined.