A 19-year-old New Jersey man was taken into custody after allegedly sparking a massive wildfire that continues to ravage parts of the Pine Barrens in Ocean County.
Joseph Kling was charged with aggravated arson and arson in connection with the wildfire that started in Waretown on Tuesday.
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The fire burned over 15,000 acres, forcing road closures and evacuations of thousands of residents and shutting down power across the county.
Fire officials said early Thursday that the blaze was only 50% contained.
