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Police Urge Residents Not To Call 911 Over Smoke From Jennings Creek Wildfire

The Jennings Creek Wildfire has burned more than 2,200 acres across Passaic County, NJ, and Orange County, NY, and shifting winds are blowing smoke into surrounding areas.

Firefighters at the Jennings Creek Wildfire.

Firefighters at the Jennings Creek Wildfire.

Photo Credit: Bobby Stormer (b.stormer Instagram)

The New Jersey Forest Fire Service, in collaboration with New York’s Department of Environmental Conservation, is leading efforts to bring the fire under control.

As of Wednesday, Nov. 13, the fire spans 2,283 acres in New Jersey and is 30% contained. Two residential structures in New Jersey and eight historic structures in the Long Pond Ironworks Historic District are under threat. No evacuations have been ordered at this time, officials said.

Crews from the New Jersey Forest Fire Service will patrol the fire perimeter throughout the day to address hotspots and assist resources across the New York border.

The Morris County Office of Emergency Management has alerted area residents that they may smell smoke from the fire. Officials have requested that residents avoid calling 911 unless facing a true emergency. Those sensitive to smoke are encouraged to keep their windows closed.

Road closures remain in effect to aid fire control efforts. East Shore Road is closed from Awosting Road to Greenwood Lake Turnpike, and Beech Road is also shut down. All trails in Long Pond Ironworks State Park and Tranquility Ridge, along with trails in the Ringwood Manor section of Ringwood State Park, are closed until further notice.

In addition to fire engines and ground crews, a Forest Fire Service helicopter capable of dropping 350 gallons of water has been deployed to the scene to support containment.

The New Jersey Forest Fire Service urges residents to stay clear of the affected areas and follow updates as crews work to secure the fire perimeter.

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