A rapidly spreading wildfire in southern New Jersey has forced the evacuation of dozens of buildings and continues to threaten structures, according to officials. The fire, known as Jimmy's Waterhole Fire, grew from 500 acres to 2,500 acres in just four hours after it broke out in Manchester Township on Tuesday.
The blaze primarily affects federal, state and private property in Manchester Township, but it has spread to the nearby borough of Lakehurst. About 170 structures have been evacuated, and at least 75 more remain at risk. The National Weather Service warns that warm, dry and breezy conditions are expected for the rest of the day, with low humidity and dry fuels contributing to the risk of wildfire spread.