Ocean County "truly averted major disaster" with wildfire, New Jersey officials say
Firefighters in New Jersey are making progress battling a wildfire in Ocean County, and officials now say a major disaster has been averted.
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Firefighters in New Jersey are making progress battling a wildfire in Ocean County, and officials now say a major disaster has been averted.
Whipping winds are helping to fuel wildfires in South Jersey, causing some people to leave their homes. The forest fire service said at least 50 acres have burned in the area of Fort Mott State Park in Pennsville Township. Crews have that fire 85% contained. Ryan Hughes explains that officials believe this fire may have been intentionally set.
Students in Northeast Philadelphia wrote heartfelt thank you notes for firefighters battling the wildfires in Southern California.
The two largest fires raging through Los Angeles County are now among the top five most destructive in California history. The death toll stands at 11 and is expected to rise as 153,000 people remain under evacuation orders. Josh Sanders was live at the Pasadena Convention Center where residents are going for help and others are lending a helping hand.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service shared their experiences helping on the front lines as firefighters battle those wildfires in California.
Resources from the Tri-State Area are ready to respond – if needed – in California as firefighters continue the battle. Nikki DeMentri talks with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service about their experiences in the Golden State helping on the front lines.
Volunteers from Pennsylvania and New Jersey are headed to California to help those affected by the wildfires burning in Los Angeles County, California. Plus, Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly explains how the winds are affecting conditions there.
Meteorologist Tammie Souza is with Natasha Brown in the Hyundai NEXT Weather Sphere to talk about the wildfires burning in Los Angeles County, California, and the challenges facing firefighters there.
Volunteers from the Philadelphia region are deploying to help with relief efforts from at least five fires in Southern California.
Grace and Brian Isaacs, who live in California, described what they saw on their flight from Los Angeles to Philadelphia as fires rage.
A South Philadelphia native who now calls Los Angeles home said she's not sure how to feel as wildfires rage around Southern California. Meanwhile, CBS News Philadelphia reporter Josh Sanders has the latest from Los Angeles.
Nonprofit groups are working to distribute essential supplies to those impacted by the fires across the Los Angeles area.
Christine Sheller was born and raised in West Chester but now calls Granada Hills in the San Fernando Valley home.
Wildfires are still raging and water storage levels are dropping. Farmers in Gloucester County are sharing their stories about the dry weather. Ryan Hughes reports more on the impact.
The "Big Rusty" wildfire continues to burn Tuesday evening in Hainesport, Burlington County. The blaze has burned 40 acres and is 50% contained. Firefighters are also making progress battling a wildfire burning in Lakewood, Ocean County by the Lakewood Country Club. As of Tuesday morning, it has burned 35 acres and is also about 50% contained.
There have been numerous wildfires in New Jersey and water storage levels are dropping. New Jersey remains under a drought warning on Friday and there could be a drought emergency in the days ahead. Ryan Hughes reports in Gloucester County on how this dry weather continues to impact farmers.
A man was charged with arson in connection with a wildfire in Jackson Township that broke out on Wednesday and has burned 350 acres, the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office said.
Prosecutors have charged a man with arson in connection with a wildfire in Jackson Township that broke out on Wednesday and has burned 350 acres.
Saturday will be another dry day however the winds will not be as strong and the humidity levels will not be quite as low.
Firefighters are on alert as New Jersey was under a red flag warning, meaning conditions are ripe for more wildfires.
Firefighters all across the state are on alert as New Jersey was under a red flag warning. That means conditions are ripe for more wildfires. Kerri Corrado reports in Evesham Township talking with firefighters about how exhausting this must be.
Two Pennsylvanians played a very key role in helping heal the Maui community during and after the devastating wildfires broke out on August 8, 2023.
More than 40 members of the New Jersey Forest Fire Service have answered the call so far this season, and many more have done so in years past.
At least 15 fires are burning in California. More than 40 members of the New Jersey Forest Fire Service have traveled west to help put them out.
"Everything is burning," one survivor said of the raging Park Fire in California, as officials say the state's wildfire activity is already 2,816% higher this year than in 2023.
The Mets beat the Phillies 4-3 on Wednesday to complete a three-game sweep that extended their winning streak to seven.
Stone Stefan had a catastrophic injury to his hip and was told he'd never run again. Three years later, he's going to compete at the Penn Relays.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, New Jersey, forced thousands to evacuate their homes, but the evacuation orders were lifted Wednesday morning.
Travelers from the Philadelphia area are heading to Rome to honor Pope Francis, who died Monday.
A college student in South Jersey wants to change the representation of women and girls in professional motorsports and drifting.
Crozer Health's closing is already impacting emergency medical services in Delaware County, with first responders sounding the alarm.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is approximately 50% contained after burning through 13,250 acres.
The Mets beat the Phillies 4-3 on Wednesday to complete a three-game sweep that extended their winning streak to seven.
Stone Stefan had a catastrophic injury to his hip and was told he'd never run again. Three years later, he's going to compete at the Penn Relays.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, New Jersey, forced thousands to evacuate their homes, but the evacuation orders were lifted Wednesday morning.
Travelers from the Philadelphia area are heading to Rome to honor Pope Francis, who died Monday.
Crozer Health's closing is already impacting emergency medical services in Delaware County, with first responders sounding the alarm.
Pennsylvania native Will Howard told his parents from a young age that he would play in the NFL one day.
Police believe multiple diversion-style burglaries in Northeast Philadelphia that target elderly people could be connected.
Philadelphia police have arrested a man they allege murdered his ex-girlfriend's father in Tacony after an argument in 2023.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, New Jersey, forced thousands to evacuate their homes, but the evacuation orders were lifted Wednesday morning.
A college student in South Jersey wants to change the representation of women and girls in professional motorsports and drifting.
An annual American Lung Association report gave failing grades to Philadelphia and parts of South Jersey, including Gloucester, Mercer and Ocean counties.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is approximately 50% contained after burning through 13,250 acres.
As a massive wildfire continues to burn in Ocean County, New Jersey, radar imagery is capturing the intense heat and smoke from the flames.
Rep. Sarah McBride of Delaware hopes to tackle the issue of the bird flu, as chicken production is her state's top industry.
The Appoquinimink School District said a crash on Route 896 in Bear, Delaware, involved one of its school buses, but no students were injured.
Fifteen-year-old Sa'riyah Patterson was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Wilmington on Monday morning.
Fog will linger throughout the day Sunday, with scattered showers expected in Philadelphia throughout the morning. Tomorrow, heavier rain is likely during the AM commute.
Five people, including a police officer, were taken to the hospital after a car crash at Route 1 and Christiana Road, police said.
Crozer Health hospitals in Delaware County began diverting patients and closing their emergency departments Wednesday morning.
With Prospect Medical Holdings set to close Crozer Health, Riddle Hospital says it's ready for the increase in patients.
Crozer Health caregivers are demanding that the two Delaware County hospitals remain open while a new owner is found.
Cancer death rates continue to decline in the United States, according to a new report released on Monday. But there are some other concerning trends.
Scientists blame climate change for the longer and more intense allergy season, which is increasing the amount of pollen in the air by more than 20%.
A nonprofit and a restaurant in South Jersey are teaming up for Good Friday to help families in need with a meal giveaway.
Good food is part of the Good Friday holiday tradition for families in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood this Easter weekend.
West Chester toy store fears President Trump's tariffs on imports could put them out of business.
Mack Trucks plans to lay off up to 350 people over the next 90 days at its operations center in Lower Macungie Township, Pa.
This Berks County farm provides more than a million apples to food banks and schools every year. But now, sales are plummeting.
I-95 was closed from Northeast Philadelphia to Bucks County for hours on Easter Sunday as crews worked to repair a damaged 4-inch high-pressure natural gas main
The expansion of the Schuylkill River Trail from Christian to Crescent in Philadelphia is scheduled to open on May 17.
I-95 in Delaware County has reopened after a crash near the Route 476 exit.
Transportation advocates and officials gathered in Delaware County on Thursday to call on the state to increase funding for SEPTA.
SEPTA riders and state and local officials gathered at City Hall to protest the potential service cuts and demand a permanent yearly funding increase.
The Mets beat the Phillies 4-3 on Wednesday to complete a three-game sweep that extended their winning streak to seven.
Stone Stefan had a catastrophic injury to his hip and was told he'd never run again. Three years later, he's going to compete at the Penn Relays.
Pennsylvania native Will Howard told his parents from a young age that he would play in the NFL one day.
Thousands of athletes will descend on the University of Pennsylvania's Franklin Field from April 24-26 to compete in track and field events at the 129th annual Penn Relays.
The Philadelphia Phillies reinstated Weston Wilson from the injured list and designated Kody Clemens for assignment.
The 2025 AMA nominations were released on Wednesday, with Kendrick Lamar leading with 10. The awards show will air on May 26.
Much to the disappointment of anyone crushing on Philadelphia's leading man, Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts is officially a married man.
A casting call is out for extras needed when the Hershey biopic comes to film in Pittsburgh.
The WWE's 41st WrestleMania event is finally here. Here's what time it starts and how to watch all the action on night 2.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
A junior from St. Joseph's Prep in Philadelphia will be competing at the Penn Relays on Thursday after doctors said he would never run again.
New Jersey Transit is offering free rides for children on Thursday to celebrate "Take Your Kids to Work Day.” Officials say they are doing this to help young people explore careers and to highlight the benefits of using buses and trains to commute. Two children under 18 can ride free of charge with a fare-paying adult.
Evacuations have been lifted for some 5,000 residents in Ocean and Lacey Townships as the Jones Road Wildfire continues to spread.
The popular streaming service, Max, wants to crack down on password sharing. The platform is launching a new feature called the extra member add-on. It's $7.99 a month to add a family member or friend who does not live with a Max user.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a gorgeous Wednesday.