Here’s a NASA Satellite View of One of New Jersey’s Biggest Wildfires in Decades

NASA satellite images reveal a fast-spreading wildfire near Waretown, New Jersey, burning 15,300 acres. The Pine Barrens, already prone to fires, face a severe threat due to drought and human development. False-color images from Landsat 9 show thick smoke and scorched land, while natural-color views highlight the extent of the flames towards the east. The fire, declared "severe" by the U.S. Drought Monitor, is 60% contained, with smoke drifting toward New York City. Earlier satellite data indicated dry conditions, underscoring the need for closer monitoring to prevent further ecological damage.