By Cecilia Levine, Jackson Daily Voice

Here’s the updated status for each of the five wildfires as of noon Saturday, Nov. 9:

Cannonball 3 Wildfire – Pompton Lakes, Passaic County

Currently burning 100 acres with 0% containment, this fire has threatened 55 structures, though no evacuations have been ordered. The NJFFS has deployed ground crews, fire engines, and a helicopter capable of dropping 350 gallons of water. Backfiring operations are underway to reduce available fuel for the fire. Closures include Cannonball Road and the right lane on northbound I-287.

Englewood Cliffs Wildfire, Bergen County

This 39-acre fire near the Palisades Interstate Parkway is now 40% contained. While no structures are threatened, NJFFS has closed Henry Hudson Drive as fire engines and crews continue containment efforts.

Shotgun Wildfire – Jackson Township, Ocean County

The Shotgun Wildfire has burned 350 acres and reached 90% containment. Initially threatening 25 structures and causing the evacuation of 15 homes, it no longer poses a risk to structures. Stump Tavern Road remains closed as fire crews monitor the area.

Bethany Run Wildfire – Burlington and Camden Counties

Burning 360 acres along the border of Evesham and Voorhees Townships, this wildfire also stands at 90% containment. Earlier evacuation orders affecting 12 homes have been lifted, and all previously closed roads have reopened.

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