West Milford, NJ – Fire crews are continuing efforts to contain a wildfire that has burned through 90 acres in West Milford Township, Passaic County.
According to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, the blaze, referred to as the Buckabear Wildfire, was reported near Clinton Road. As of Wednesday morning, the fire was 20% contained. Overnight crews built containment lines and began backfire operations to slow its spread.
No homes or structures were reported threatened, and no evacuations have been ordered, fire officials said. Clinton Road remains closed between Goldfinch Lane and Van Orden Road while crews remain active in the area.
The fire’s cause is under investigation. Officials also urged the public to avoid flying drones near the site, noting that unauthorized flights interfere with aerial suppression efforts.
Forest Fire Service fire engines and ground crews remain on scene. Officials plan to provide another update around 1:30 p.m. Wednesday.
The agency added that the fire is not yet classified as a major wildfire, which occurs when more than 100 acres burn.
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