New Jersey Wildfire: 120 Acres Burned, 30% Contained in West Milford
Eyewitness News ABC7NYSeptember 5, 20251 min617 views
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- wildfire, named the 'Buckabear' fire, has grown to 120 acres in West Milford Township, Passaic County.
- 🔥 Despite overnight efforts including containment lines and backfire operations, the fire is currently 30% contained.
Firefighting Efforts
- 🚁 A helicopter is actively performing water drops, carrying approximately 325 gallons per drop to combat the flames.
- 💧 Water is being sourced from Buckabar Pond to fight the fire, which is located north of the West Milford Reservoir.
Road Closures and Impact
- ⚠️ Clinton Road is shut down between Goldfinch Lane and Van Orton Road as firefighters stage operations.
- 💨 The fire is generating a significant amount of smoke, creating its own weather system and blanketing the area, with smoke heading north and west.
Weather Conditions
- 💨 Weather conditions are described as decent, with winds not significantly hindering firefighting efforts.
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