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Raging Wildfires Scorch Pennsylvania, Threaten Communities as Containment Efforts Continue Raging Wildfires Scorch Pennsylvania, Threaten Communities as Containment Efforts Continue
Raging Wildfires Scorch Pennsylvania, Threaten Communities as Containment Efforts Continue Pennsylvania has been dealing with significant wildfire activity, with several blazes impacting different parts of the state as of Sunday, Nov. 10. Blue Mountain Fire, Northampton County: This major wildfire erupted near the Lehigh Gap and scorched approximately 600 acres. As of Nov. 7, officials reported that the fire was 100% contained, preventing further spread. Crews worked tirelessly to secure the area and protect surrounding communities. Governor Josh Shapiro wrote in a release on the fire:  "Thank you to all of our first responders who worked around the clock to battle the Blue Moun…

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
Fire Erupts at Liberty Road Compost Site, Upper Saucon Firefighters Respond Fire Erupts at Liberty Road Compost Site, Upper Saucon Firefighters Respond
Fire Erupts at Liberty Road Compost Site, Upper Saucon Firefighters Respond A significant brush fire broke out at the Liberty Road Compost site, prompting a swift response from Upper Saucon police and firefighters on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024, at 1:27 p.m., according to officials. Arriving officers found the blaze spreading from the east side of the facility toward the adjacent wood line. Fire crews from Upper Saucon, Coopersburg, Lower Milford, Upper Milford, Vera Cruz, Eastern Salisbury, and Lower Saucon joined forces to bring the fire under control. The site was heavily saturated to prevent any further spread. Officials noted that a burn ban is currently in effect, e…

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
Series of Suspected Arsons Across Williamsport Under Investigation Series of Suspected Arsons Across Williamsport Under Investigation
Series of Suspected Arsons Across Williamsport Under Investigation The Williamsport Bureau of Police and the Williamsport Bureau of Fire launched a joint investigation on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, following a series of suspected arsons across multiple locations in the city. Authorities reported four incidents, each involving intentional fires or vandalism, throughout the day. The first incident unfolded at 5:00 a.m. at the Pajama Factory’s parking lot on 1307 Park Ave., where officers and firefighters responded to several vandalized vehicles, including one set ablaze. At 6:20 a.m., emergency responders were dispatched to the 170 Rose St. area for multiple small…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Large Brush Fire Closes Part Of Rt 32 In Bucks County: Police Large Brush Fire Closes Part Of Rt 32 In Bucks County: Police
Large Brush Fire Closes Part Of Rt 32 In Bucks County: Police A large brush fire has closed part of Route 32 in Bucks County on Monday afternoon, Oct. 14, police say.  The closure of Route 32/River Road is between Aquetong Road and Route 232, according to Solebury police.  The announcement came out at 12:29 p.m., but there is no word on how long the closure is expected to last.  No injuries have been reported.  This is one of two closures in Solebury Township on Monday, Oct. 14. Click here to read our other report. 

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
Brush Fire Shuts Down I-76 East In Philadelphia: Officials Brush Fire Shuts Down I-76 East In Philadelphia: Officials
Brush Fire Shuts Down I-76 East In Philadelphia: Officials Authorities responded to a brush fire on the railroad tracks near Interstate 76 in Philadelphia on Tuesday afternoon, May 21.  Around 3 p.m., the city's Office of Emergency Management said I-76 was closed from Exit 342 (Girard Avenue/Philadelphia Zoo) and Exit 343 (Spring Garden Street). I-76 EB is closed between Exit 342 Girard Ave / Phila Zoo and Exit 343 Spring Garden St. due to Brush Fire on the Railroad Tracks. Motorist should consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. Traffic information can be found at https://t.co/L4k64xbaqy. — Philadelphia OEM…

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by Mac Bullock
News
Husky Frightened By Fireworks Rescued 1.5 Miles Off Jersey Shore (PHOTOS) Husky Frightened By Fireworks Rescued 1.5 Miles Off Jersey Shore (PHOTOS)
Husky Frightened By Fireworks Rescued 1.5 Miles Off Jersey Shore (Photos) A Siberian Husky fleeing from noisy fireworks was rescued by Monmouth County Sheriff's Officers off the Jersey Shore. Caiden, a 10-year-old dog, was saved after swimming about a mile and a half off Union Beach, authorities said. Sheriffs' Officers Michael Forgione and Kasey Collins located Caiden and brought him on board in the Raritan Bay, navigating shallow waters to reunite him with his grateful owner. In addition to the K-9 rescue, the Marine 1 Unit also observed a brush fire that started due to the fireworks and were able to assist in navigating fire personnel to the fire. Poste…

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by Jon Craig
Police & Fire
Car Crashes, Flips In Aston Car Crashes, Flips In Aston
Car Crashes, Flips In Aston One person was evaluated in a crash that flipped a car Monday morning in Delaware County, fire officials said. Aston firefighters responded to the accident on the 800 block of Lamp Post Lane where one of the vehicles had overturned, firefighters said in a social media post. The nature of the injuries were unclear. Firefighters on the return trip knocked down a brush fire on the 100 block of Maple Avenue, which was contained to a small area of a rear home. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Official Aston Twp FD page (@astontwpfd)

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
Bristol Borough Fire Crews Extinguish Overnight Brush Fire Bristol Borough Fire Crews Extinguish Overnight Brush Fire
Bristol Borough Fire Crews Extinguish Overnight Brush Fire Fire crews extinguished a brush fire that broke out overnight in Bristol Borough, authorities said. Firefighters arrived at the Delaware canal lagoon park on reports of an explosion and fire early Wednesday morning, according to the Bristol Consolidated Fire Company. Fire crews found brush and trees burning along the railroad embankment, authorities said. Due to the lack of space for large fire trucks, crews requested two brush trucks and an additional water line, authorities said. Crews were on scene extinguishing the fire and hitting hot spots for about an hour.

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by Nicole Acosta
Police & Fire
Two Central Bucks Elementary Schools Switch To Remote Learning After Early Morning Brush Fire Two Central Bucks Elementary Schools Switch To Remote Learning After Early Morning Brush Fire
Two Central Bucks Elementary Schools Switch To Remote Learning After Early Morning Brush Fire A pair of Central Bucks elementary schools switched to remote learning following an early morning brush fire Friday. Fire crews were on the scene extinguishing a large mulch pile at Winding Brook Farm, off Folly Road, around 3 a.m., Warrington Township Emergency Services said on Facebook. Barclay and Titus elementary schools were closed and switched to virtual instruction due to heavy smoke in the area, Central Bucks School District Superintendent Dr. John J. Kopicki said at approximately 4:30 a.m. Officials say the buildings themselves are not endangered, CBSN Philly reports. The Wa…

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by Nicole Acosta