New Jersey Natural Disasters Newswire

Wildfire in New Jersey spreads to 150 acres, dozens of buildings threatened

A 150-acre wildfire is threatening dozens of buildings, including an elementary school in Gloucester Township, New Jersey. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service first reported the blaze—dubbed the "Scotland Run Wildfire"—in the area of Pennsylvania …

If elected New Jersey’s governor, alumnus promises reform to boss-driven politics

In a wide-ranging interview with Pipe Dream, Steven Fulop '99, the Democratic mayor of Jersey City, discussed his candidacy and his life on campus, including a run for Stuent Association president around 25 years ago. In the late 1990s, an ambitious …

New Jersey wildfire claims 150 acres so far in Franklin Township

New Jersey restaurant owner reunites with family after being released from detention center on bond

By Ryan Hughes Updated on: March 12, 2025 / 7:17 PM EDT / CBS Philadelphia New Jersey restaurant owner released from ICE detention, reunites with family New Jersey restaurant owner released from ICE detention, reunites with family 03:44 Emine …

New Jersey's weekend may include damaging winds, tornadoes, flooding. Here's timing, radar

In what could become one of the most significant weather outbreaks of the year, a surge of potentially life-threatening severe storms and tornadoes are headed toward the east coast this weekend. Millions of Americans, including all of New Jersey, are …

Scotland Run Wildfire in Gloucester County: Fire crews on scene

Officials provide an update on a large brush fire in Gloucester County Wednesday. FRANKLIN TWP., NJ - Fire crews are working to contain a wildfire that broke out in Gloucester County Wednesday.  The cause of the wildfire is under investigation.  What we …

Gloucester County wildfire 50% contained as firefighters continue to battle blaze

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. (WPVI) -- Fire crews are making progress in containing a wildfire in Gloucester County, New Jersey. Franklin Township officials are expected to give an update on the brush fire later on Thursday. The blaze grew to 150 acres Wednesday …

Noa Tishby Partners with Heart and Hamsa to Provide Judaica to Wildfire Evacuees

On the second day of the Los Angeles wildfires, Jan. 8, Emily Kane Miller, her husband Nate Miller and their three children lost their Pacific Palisades home. While Emily was grateful her family made it to safety, she kept thinking about the mementos she’d …

Wildfire in Franklin Township is 50% contained, officials say

By Tom Ignudo, Jim McHugh, Aziza Shuler Updated on: March 12, 2025 / 11:44 PM EDT / CBS Philadelphia New Jersey wildfire claims 150 acres so far in Franklin Township New Jersey wildfire claims 150 acres so far in Franklin Township 02:17 Twenty …

Gloucester County wildfire 50% contained as firefighters continue to battle blaze

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. (WPVI) -- Fire crews are making progress in containing a wildfire in Gloucester County, New Jersey. Franklin Township officials are expected to give an update on the brush fire later on Thursday. The blaze grew to 150 acres Wednesday …

Lessons from Hurricane Helene: How UAVs Supported Emergency Response in Western North Carolina

The response to Hurricane Helene demonstrated both the challenges and opportunities of using uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) in disaster management. As a Category 4 hurricane, Helene caused massive devastation across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and …

Battling danger from above: New Jersey’s aerial firefighting efforts

Good Day's Dan Bowens explores how the New Jersey Forest Fire Service uses aviation tools to fight wildfires. NEW JERSEY - With wildfire season already marking its presence through a massive fire this past weekend on Long Island, the urgency to fight …

Which New Jersey members of Congress are hosting town halls?

New Jersey's Democratic representatives are holding town hall meetings to speak with constituents, while the state's three Republican representatives are not currently holding in-person town halls. Democratic representatives cited constituent …

Severe weather outbreak could rock central, eastern US with tornadoes and large hail starting Friday

The FOX Forecast Center is continuing to monitor the potential for a multi-day severe weather outbreak that could blast cities across the central and eastern U.S. with thunderstorms capable of producing large hail, damaging winds and even some tornadoes. …

Here’s What We Know About The Long Island Wildfires

According to March 10 reports, at least four fires that began on Long Island over the weekend have burned down hundreds of acres. Arson investigators and detectives are still trying to determine how the fires started. It’s estimated that 600 acres have …

Cineworld founder dies aged 73 as tributes flood in to ‘towering figure’ who ‘shaped experience of cinema to this day’

CINEWORLD founder Steve Wiener has died aged 73. The businessman fronted the UK-based cinema chain from 1995 with the first branch opening in Stevenage the following year. 2 Steve Wiener has died aged 73Credit: Cineworld 2 Cineworld is the second largest …

Hunterdon taking steps to protect motorists from floodwaters

FLEMINGTON – Hunterdon County has received a federal grant to install devices that will give officials earlier warnings of potential flooding and steer motorists away from dangerous floodwaters. The county commissioners earlier this month approved a $65, …

Newcomers Mark Jankowski, Logan Stankoven lead Hurricanes to 4-2 win over Jets

Open this photo in gallery:Carolina Hurricanes' Mark Jankowski (77) pushes the puck past Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) for a goal during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Raleigh, N.C. on March 9.Karl B DeBlaker/The …

Feckless Dems need ‘a Navalny, not a Newsom’ | Will Bunch Newsletter

One thing about surviving under an authoritarian oligarchy is that the circle of life doesn’t change much from how things go down under a democratic republic. My schedule has been erratic this winter while I deal with some of that real-world stuff, which I …

EverWalk Announces Worldwide Weekend of EverWalkathons for Animal Disaster Relief on March 22 & 23, 2025

Diana Nyad & Bonnie Stoll proudly present a Weekend of EverWalkathons, March 22 & 23, supporting Humane World for Animals’ Emergency Animal Relief Fund. LOS ANGELES , CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EverWalk, the …

Restoration Doctor 24/7 Rapid Response Expands to Miami, Bringing Recovery Services to Hurricane-Stricken Homeowners

Restoration Doctor 24/7 expands to Miami, offering expert hurricane damage restoration to meet growing demand. Now serving homeowners 24/7. VIENNA, VA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Restoration Doctor 24/7 Rapid …

BetterLifeQuotes.com Provides Free Access to an Online Life Insurance Marketplace With Instant Quotes & No Medical Exams

BetterLifeQuotes.com is the leading life insurance marketplace offering instant, no-medical-exam policies from 30+ top-rated providers—100% free and private. HOUSTON , TX, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BetterLifeQuotes.com: …

BetterLifeQuotes.com Provides Free Access to an Online Life Insurance Marketplace With Instant Quotes & No Medical Exams

BetterLifeQuotes.com is the leading life insurance marketplace offering instant, no-medical-exam policies from 30+ top-rated providers—100% free and private. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BetterLifeQuotes.com: …

DRONERESPONDERS Texas Public Safety Coordination Group (TEXGRU) to Bolster Emergency UAS Operations

New AIRT non-profit program will unite public safety, government, and other operators of drones and related technology within the Lone Star state. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AIRT, the leading 501(c)3 non- …

Wildfires Don’t Wait – Homeowners Must Be Prepared

Wildfires don’t wait—prepare now with Ace Fire Defense’s NFPA 1962 wildland fire hose, engineered for homeowners to combat ember-caused fires. WEST HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- **Wildfires Don't Wait: …

National experts discuss the Jones Act at Hughes Center for Public Policy panel event

Panelists discussed the impact of the Jones Act on domestic access to energy, steel, and disaster relief, national security, and shipbuilding GALLOWAY, NJ, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A panel of distinguished experts and …

If You Can Not Live in Your Home After February Flooding, Help Is Available

FRANKFORT, Ky. -- If you were affected by the February severe storms and flooding and your pre-disaster primary residence was located in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike or Simpson counties, …

Prepare Now for Severe Weather Threat Starting Friday

CHICAGO – With a forecast for severe storms, heavy rains, high winds and even the potential for tornadoes in much of the Mississippi Valley eastward into the Lower Ohio Valley late Friday into early Saturday, it’s important for residents to take action and …

Celebrating the West Weekend Amarillo to Benefit WRCA Foundation

AMARILLO, TX, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two cowboy concerts later this month will raise funds to benefit the Working Ranch Cowboys Foundation, a 501(c)(3), supporting their Cowboy Crisis, Scholarship, and Disaster Relief …

FEMA Updates Flood Maps in Honolulu County

OAKLAND, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has delivered preliminary flood maps for the City and County of Honolulu. These maps identify revised flood hazards along various streams. The new maps will help building officials, …

LAGO Innovation Fund Facilitates Funding for EVERYWHERE Communications

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LAGO Innovation Fund (LAGO), a private credit fund supporting high-growth companies announced that it has provided a debt facility to EVERYWHERE Communications, a leading global …

Wildcat Power Gen Unveils the PowerPack: A Game-Changer in Reliable, Scalable Power Generation

Wildcat Power Gen proudly introduces the PowerPack, an innovative and scalable power generation solution designed to meet the most demanding energy needs. WICHITA, KS, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wildcat Power Gen proudly …

Prevalon Energy Unveils insightOS™: The Future of Energy Storage Management

insightOS™: Secure, Intelligent, and Optimized for the Future of Energy Storage HEATHROW, FL, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prevalon Energy unveils insightOS™—an advanced Energy Management System (EMS) engineered for unmatched …

Mission-Critical Communications Leader Softil at IWCE 2025

Conference and Exhibition Schedule TEL AVIV, ISRAEL, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mission-critical communications (MCX) leader Softil today advises its schedule for the upcoming International Wireless Communications Expo 2025 (IWCE). The MCX …

Less Than Five Days Remain to Request Compensation for Damages from Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire

Deadline approaches for landowners' restoration plan requests from USDA SANTA FE, N.M. — Individuals impacted by the 2022 Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire and subsequent flooding who have not yet filed a claim for damages have less than five days …

FEMA Assistance Available for Personal Property Loss

FRANKFORT, Ky. -- Kentucky residents who experienced damage from the February severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides may be eligible for FEMA assistance. Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, …

FEMA Assistance Now Available for More West Virginians

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Residents of Logan and Wayne counties are now eligible to apply for assistance from FEMA to help with costs from the Feb. 15, 2025, winter flooding. Residents in McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, and Wyoming counties remain eligible for …

True North Advisory, LLC Launches New Website to Better Serve First Responders and Veterans

True North Advisory launches a new website to provide first responders and veterans with tailored financial solutions and expert guidance for long-term success. BOWIE, MD, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Built for Those Who …

Georgetown University's Hoyalytics Data Science Students to Tackle Real-World Data Analytics at Newsmatics

The Internship Program Will Allow Students to Identify Trends and Make Data-Driven Recommendations WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Data science students at Georgetown University will soon have an exciting opportunity …