What’s On Fire? Southern Ocean County Heavy Smoke Prompts Police Advisory

Authorities say a controlled burn by the New Jersey Forest Fire Service is causing widespread smoke but poses no threat to the public.

Stafford Township, NJ – Smoke drifting across parts of southern Ocean County on Saturday is the result of a planned prescribed burn conducted by the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, according to local authorities. Officials said the burn is part of routine wildfire prevention and land management efforts in the region.

The Stafford Township Police Department said it is aware of the smoke and the concern it has caused among residents. Authorities emphasized that the operation is cont...