Crime & Safety

Brush Fire Caused By Downed Wire Reported In Montgomery

The fire caused a roadway to close in the township on Tuesday.

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Montgomery Police sent out an alert about the fire around 12:50 p.m.
Montgomery Police sent out an alert about the fire around 12:50 p.m. (Patch Graphics)

MONTGOMERY, NJ — A brush fire caused by a downed wire is being reported in Montgomery on Tuesday.

Willow Road is temporarily closed between Knickerbocker and Twp Line, said Montgomery Police around 12:50 p.m.

Firefighters are currently on the scene, and PSE&G has been notified to respond.

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Drivers are asked to avoid the area.

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