A wildfire in South Jersey forced the evacuations of two campgrounds Saturday.
Crews are still battling a wildfire in southern New Jersey that started on Saturday, according to the Forest Fire Service. Two campgrounds have been evacuated, officials said.
The wildfire is burning in Wharton State Forest near Raritan Avenue and Old Atsion Road in Waterford, Camden County, officials said.
In a Sunday morning update, officials said, as of about 8:10 a.m., the fire is burning at 1,750 acres and is about 50% contained.
The fire crossed the Mullica River and is reaching into Shamong Township, Burlington County, as well as Waterford Township, Camden County.
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WILDFIRE UPDATE: California Branch Wildfire - Wharton State Forest - Waterford, Camden County
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The New Jersey Forest Fire Service has made significant process containing a wildfire burning in the area of Raritan Ave and Old Atsion Rd in Wharton State Forest. pic.twitter.com/yIOtRiutn9
There are 18 structures that are near the fire, but it is moving away from the nearby homes, officials said.
The Atsion Family and Goshen Pond campgrounds have been evacuated.
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Three roads are closed within Wharton State Forest including: Raritan Avenue, Old Atsion Road and 5 Mile Crossing.
According to officials, crews are trying to contain the fire by building and maintaining containment lines along with a backfire operation.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
This is a developing story. Check back here for updates.
