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Forest Fire Burning Scheduled In Basking Ridge Thursday
This is the second scheduled burning this week in the township.
BASKING RIDGE, NJ — The New Jersey Fire Service will hold a forest fire prescribed burning on Thursday in Basking Ridge, NJ Department of Environmental Protection announced.
The burning will take place at the Lord Sterling Environmental Center in Bernards Township.
This is the second scheduled burning this week in the township.
This schedule is weather dependent and subject to change.
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The primary purpose of prescribed burning in New Jersey is to reduce the hazardous accumulations of forest fuels. This aids in the prevention of wildfires, reduces the intensity of the fires, and also provides a foundation for safer, more effective fire suppression and protection operations, according to the NJ Fire Service.
If in doubt about the source of smoke or fire, call 911 or 877-WARN-DEP (877-927-6337).
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