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Wildland fire suppression for the State of New Jersey covering Middlesex and Monmouth Counties in Central New Jersey

B10’s primary response areas include: East Brunswick Twp, Englishtown, Freehold Borough, Freehold Twp, Helmetta, Jamesburg, Manalapan Twp, Marlboro Twp, Monroe Twp, Old Bridge Twp, Sayreville, South Brunswick Twp, South River, Spotswood and surrounding towns as requested.

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Thursday, March 27, 2025

Section B10
Current Fire Danger

TODAY IS A CLASS 3 DAY

Buildup Index: 12
KBDI: 10
Temp: 48
Relative Humidity: 24 %
Fine Fuel: 6.5
Spread: 23
Wind: WNW at 10 mph/G26
Class day updated 03/27/25 at 1422 hrs

NJ FIRE WEATHER FORECAST

NJ FIRE DANGER INFORMATION HUB

NJ PRESCRIBED FIRE DASHBOARD

USFS/Rutgers Fire Danger Monitoring Consoles

NJ FIRE DANGER CONSOLE- SOUTH

NJ FIRE DANGER CONSOLE- NORTH

NJ CAMPFIRE RESTRICTIONS

No fire restrictions are currently in effect

-SPECIAL NOTICES-
WEATHER ALERTS

03/27/25- Sad news from NJFFS, Division B

It is with deep regret that Division B announces the passing of long time B3 District Firewarden and operator of B16, Tom Horner, Jr.
The wake will be at the Southside Baptist Church located at 673 Eayrestown Rd. Lumberton, NJ 08048 at 10:30 followed by a quick service at 11:00 on Saturday 3/29.
Please plan to arrive for 10:30 in Class A long sleeve uniforms.

Reach out to Ben Brick or Trevor Raynor with any questions.

Thursday 03/27/25
NWS SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT ISSUED 3:16 AM
ELEVATED RISK FOR FIRE SPREAD THURSDAY FOR ALL OF NJ

Increased Risk of Rapid Fire Spread Later Today...

There is an increased risk for rapid fire spread later today across portions of New Jersey. Minimum relative humidity values will be around 20 percent combined with west to northwest winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. High temperatures today will be in the mid to upper 50s. These conditions, along with the continued drying of fine fuels, could support the rapid spread of any fires that ignite, which could quickly become difficult to control.

Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Be sure to properly extinguish or dispose of any potential ignition sources, including smoking materials such as cigarette butts.

Today’s NJ Fire Weather Discussion 10:05 am

Minimum RH values today will be around 20 percent across New Jersey and from 20 to 25 percent across southeast Pennsylvania, the eastern shores of Maryland, and Delaware. This will be combined with west to northwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 25 mph and the continued drying of the fine fuels. Will issue a Special Weather Statement to cover the elevated risk for wildfire spread.

Beyond Thursday, fire weather concerns diminish. Humidity will rise with minimum RHs over 35 percent Friday and Saturday, going even higher Sunday and Monday. A wetting rain is also possible Sunday night and Monday.

Today’s Fire Weather Highlights
Max Temp- 54
Min RH- 20 %
AM Wind- W 8 G23
PM Wind- W 14 G25

03/25/25- An additional RT-130 refresher has been added for anyone that missed previous dates:
Friday 04/04/25 at the Helmetta firehouse at 7 pm
62 Main St, Helmetta, NJ

THIS IS AN ANNUAL MANDATORY CLASS IF YOU WANT TO WORK ON THE FIRE GROUND

US Drought Monitor Map released Thursday 03/20/25

**Building The Water Supply Infrastructure**
APRIL 21, 23 & 28 7PM-10PM, MAY 3, 8AM -12PM, Cost is $165.00 per person.
Light refreshments will be provided. All profit will support the Helmetta Fire Department.
Course Location- 62 Main Street, Helmetta, NJ, 08828.
RSVP by April 1st 2025 to John Rieth 732-921-7269 or email: Ladder90@aol.com

PRESENTED BY JCK ACADEMY

NJFFS FIRE TOWER/AIR BASE STAFFING

Thursday 03/27/25

Division A, B & C fire towers are STAFFED today

DIV A- Aeroflex Air Attack-
DIV B- Miller Air Attack- STAFFED TANKER 81
DIV C- Downstown Air Attack- STAFFED TANKER 61

CURRENT NJ WILDFIRE ACTIVITY

There is no current sizable activity

Prescribed burning schedules are weather dependent and subject to change. If in doubt about the source of smoke or fire, call 9-1-1 or 877-WARN-DEP (877-927-6337).

Remember, No Drones in Fire Zones -
If YOU fly, WE can't!

There are serious consequences to flying an unauthorized drone near a wildfire.
During a wildfire, our aircraft fly low to the ground, often at the same altitude that a drone would fly. If a drone is detected flying over or near a wildfire, all Forest Fire Service air support will be grounded - hampering suppression and observation efforts.
Please do your part, and prevent interfering with wildfire suppression by
staying grounded.