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2025-04-24 20:02:50.871814 ET

### National Overview
As of April 24, 2025, the United States is experiencing an active wildfire season, with several significant fires burning across the country. Since January 1, 2025, a total of 19,512 wildfires have burned 881,249 acres, exceeding the ten-year averages for both the number of wildfires and the acres burned[4].

### Significant Wildfire Situations
- **New Jersey**: A major wildfire in central New Jersey has been burning for the third consecutive day. The fire has consumed approximately 13,250 acres and is currently 50% contained. Despite significant progress by firefighters, the blaze remains active and is expected to continue until predicted rain arrives this weekend. The fire has forced the evacuation of around 5,000 residents in Lacey and Ocean Townships, although many have been allowed to return to their homes. The fire has damaged several properties, including a commercial building, but no injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire is still under investigation[2][5].

### Firefighting Efforts
Firefighters are actively engaged in combating the wildfires, particularly in New Jersey where they have managed to contain 50% of the blaze. Efforts are ongoing to bring the fire under full control, with a focus on preventing further spread until the anticipated rain provides relief. Local and state authorities are coordinating evacuation orders and ensuring public safety[2][5].

### Weather and Fire Conditions
The current weather conditions are contributing to the ongoing wildfire risks. In New Jersey, the fire is expected to continue growing due to dry conditions until rain is forecasted to arrive this weekend. Additionally, the smoke from the New Jersey wildfire has prompted air quality alerts in nearby areas, including New York City[5].

Overall, the situation remains dynamic, with ongoing efforts to manage and contain the fires, and a close eye on weather conditions that could either exacerbate or alleviate the situation.

CITATIONS

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Marble Complex Community Meeting 7-6-2025 07-05-2025

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Acres: Approximately 100 acres
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NMSNF Laguna Wildfire
Last updated: 2025-07-06 --- The type of incident is Wildfire and involves the following unit(s) Santa Fe National Forest. --- State: New Mexico --- Coordinates: Latitude: 36° 20 17 Longitude: 106° 45 17 --- NOTE: All fire perimeters and points are approximations. --- Incident Overview: A closure order for the fire area is in effect July 2,2025. Details provided in incident publications.Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) fire managers actively managing the lightning caused Laguna Fire located in the Coyote Ranger District, 8 miles north of New Mexico State Road 96 and west of the Chama River Canyon Wilderness. Currently, 120 personnel are on the Laguna Wildfire. The wildfire was first reported Wednesday June 25, 2025, and is burning in an area that has undergone the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process and previously been thinned and treated with prescribed fire. The objectives for the Laguna Wildfire prioritize the safety of firefighters and the public while protecting water quality in watersheds, water systems, and springs by minimizing fire intensity and uncharacteristic severe fire effects.It is expected that the fire will restore the ecological process of fire across approximately 13,000 acres of forest land.
NVWID Barber Fire
Last updated: 2025-07-05 --- The type of incident is Wildfire and involves the following unit(s) Winnemucca District. --- State: Nevada --- Coordinates: Latitude: 40° 42 87 Longitude: 117° 51 52 --- NOTE: All fire perimeters and points are approximations. --- Incident Overview: Reported near Imlay, Barber Canyon Area on evening of July 3rd. Fire burned actively through the night on the East Range with high rates of spread influenced by terrain and outflow winds.Fire is burning in sage, Juniper and abundant grass in steep and rugged terrain.
AKFAS Himalaya Road Fire
Last updated: 2025-07-06 --- The type of incident is Wildfire and involves the following unit(s) Fairbanks Area. --- State: Alaska --- Coordinates: Latitude: 65° 7 16.7 Longitude: 147 ° 45 5.2 --- NOTE: All fire perimeters and points are approximations. --- Incident Overview: The Southwest Area Incident Management Team 3 has assumed command of the Himalaya Road Fire (#223), Aggie Creek Fire (#268) and the Washington Creek Fire (#232). The fires were started from lightning on June 19, 2025 and are burning in the Fairbanks North Star Borough. 
AKFAS Aggie Creek Fire
Last updated: 2025-07-06 --- The type of incident is Wildfire and involves the following unit(s) Fairbanks Area. --- State: Alaska --- Coordinates: Latitude: 65° 7 22 Longitude: 148° 9 15 --- NOTE: All fire perimeters and points are approximations. --- Incident Overview: The Aggie Creek Fire was started by lightning on June 20, 2025. The Southwest Area Incident Management Team 3 has assumed command of the Himalaya Road Fire (#223), Aggie Creek Fire (#268) and the Washington Creek Fire (#232).  
CAKNF 2025Marble Complex
Last updated: 2025-07-06 --- The type of incident is Wildfire and involves the following unit(s) Klamath National Forest. --- State: California --- Coordinates: Latitude: 41° 31 19.22 Longitude: 123° 8 53.78 --- NOTE: All fire perimeters and points are approximations. --- Incident Overview: After receiving widespread thunderstorms and lightning across the Klamath National Forest earlier this week, 17 fires have been reported. Two of these fires, the Summit and the Jacket, have been complexed into a single incident called the Marble Complex. Complex Interagency Incident Management Team 9 (Gould) assumed command of the Marble Complex at 6:00 p.m. on July 5, 2025. A Community Meeting will be held on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. to provide an update on the Marble Complex. This meeting will be held at The REC event center located at 11236 N. Hwy 3 in Fort Jones, California. Marble Complex: Summit Fire - The Summit Fire has increased in behavior with slope-driven runs. The estimated size is now 265 acres. Some spots have been reported over the Pacific Crest Trail. One crew is being relocated from the main fire to the ridge top to engage the spot fires, while the remainder work to secure the existing fireline. The fire is burning in the footprint of the 2014 Man Fire in brush with numerous snags and is in difficult country with access issues. This fire is west of the Pacific Crest Trail in the vicinity of Summit Meadow Lake, approximately 3.5 miles southwest of the Shackleford Trailhead. The public is urged to adhere to the Evacuation Orders and Warnings and the area closure that is in place. Jacket Fire – Firefighters continue to make good progress on the 48-acre Jacket Fire, about four miles northeast of Forks of Salmon. Fireline has been constructed around the fire and is being plumbed with a hoselay to help strengthen firelines. Crews and other resources from CAL FIRE’s Siskiyou Unit have been assisting with the Jacket Fire since it was discovered Thursday. The Jacket Fire is burning in very steep country with heavy brush and dead and down fuels. Evacuation Orders and Warnings remain in place. 

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