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A wildfire in New Jersey, dubbed the Jones Road Wildfire, has rapidly grown to 8,500 acres, prompting evacuations for over 3,000 residents and threatening over 1,000 structures. The fire, only 10% contained, has crossed the Garden State Parkway, disrupting traffic. A power outage affecting 25,000 customers has resulted, though no injuries have been reported. Strong winds are expected Wednesday morning, but conditions are forecast to improve by the afternoon.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.