Controlled Burns Being Conducted In Toms River: NJ Forest Fire Service

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is planning to conduct controlled burns in Toms River and Beachwood on Tuesday, authorities said.

The Ocean County Sheriff's Office said the burns are at Cattus Island County Park off Fischer Boulevard, and at Jakes Branch County Park in Beachwood.

The controlled burns, also called prescribed burns, are used to remove flammable materials — leaves, brush and such — to help reduce the fuel that feeds wildfires.

This schedule is weather-dependent and subject to change. If you are in doubt about the source of smoke or fire, call 9-1-1 or 877-WARN-DEP (877-927-6337).