Editor's note: A newer version of this story can be found here: "NJ wildfire update: Jennings Creek grows to 3,000 acres but Pompton Lakes blaze contained" The West Milford wildfire that crossed ...
The West Milford wildfire, which has become New Jersey's biggest wildfire of the season, increased in size Sunday. As of 7 p.m. Sunday, the fire was 10% contained but had spread over 3,000 acres.
Though much needed, the rainfall predicted for Sunday night is not going to be the answer to the massive wildfire in West Milford, state Forest Fire Service officials said. The fire has grown to ...