ROCKAWAY TOWNSHIP, NJ (Morris County) — The New Jersey Forest Fire Service has made significant progress in combating the Microwave Wildfire near Jacobs Road in Rockaway Township, which has burned approximately 77 acres since it ignited on Saturday. The fire is currently 70% contained.
Although the wildfire has threatened 13 structures, no evacuations have been ordered. Local Morris County fire companies are actively providing structure protection to mitigate potential damage. Officials report that there has been no impact on residences, and all potentially affected residents have been notified of the situation by Rockaway Township Police.
Jacobs Road remains closed to traffic as firefighting crews continue their containment efforts.
Firefighting resources deployed to the scene include hand crews and engines from the Forest Fire Service. On Saturday afternoon, a helicopter capable of dropping 350 gallons of water conducted 15 water drops to assist in suppressing the blaze.
The cause of the wildfire is currently under investigation.
This story will be updated as new information becomes available.
