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Fire Officials Urge NJ Residents Affected by Sandy to Stay Safe as Cold Weather Approaches
The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) is urging residents to be safe as cold weather blankets the United States, including areas recently impacted by Hurricane Sandy.
According to the NOAA National Weather Service, a coastal storm is expected to impact the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast beginning after midnight Tuesday night and continue through Thursday night, with clearing expected by Friday
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Dryer Fires Can Be Caused By Lint Build-Up [AUDIO]
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Red Cross Helping NJ Families Caught in Rash of Dwelling Fires [AUDIO]
The American Red Cross has been very busy of late, helping New Jersey families who have fallen victims to fires, especially in North Jersey.
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New Jersey Fire Risk Remains High
Coming on the heels of numerous brush fires in the past week, it's nearing 90 degrees across New Jersey. The heat along with the lack of rain and slight breeze has resulted in tinderbox conditions across the state. The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for North Jersey and there is an enhanced fire danger in effect everywhere else.