Stage 3 Fire Restrictions Remain in Effect

On Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, Governor Phil Murphy and DEP Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette declared a Drought Warning, and the mandatory statewide Stage 3 fire restrictions remain in effect. New Jersey continues to experience historically low precipitation, above-average temperatures, and deteriorating water-supply conditions.
These restrictions prohibit all fires unless they are contained in an elevated stove using only propane, natural gas, or electricity. No wood or charcoal fires are allowed, and the use of kerosene or gas torches of any kind is prohibited while this statewide restriction is in place.

PSE&G is prepared:
PSE&G prepares our system for extreme weather year-round and takes every weather event, including fires, very seriously. With this elevated risk for fires, PSE&G is increasing patrols and inspections of our infrastructure to proactively address any reliability or safety concerns.

We are working closely with the NJ Forest Fire Service, various state and local agencies, and neighboring utilities. We are prepared with additional personnel and resources to respond quickly and safely to issues related to the increased risk of fire.

Safety tips:

• Take the time to get familiar with wildfire prevention and evacuation best practices before there is a threat to your area.
  State of New Jersey wildfire prevention tips
  Emergency Preparedness, build your emergency kit
• Downed power lines are often still energized. Because electricity may still be flowing through the lines, they are extremely dangerous. Stay at least 30 feet away from all downed wires. Call 911 or call PSE&G at 1-800-436-7734 immediately.
• If you smell gas, leave the building as quickly as possible and move 350 feet away from the structure. If you smell gas outside, move away from the area where you suspect the gas is leaking. Call 911 immediately and call PSE&G at 1-800-880-PSEG (7734). (Do NOT call from inside the building. Wait until you are outside and a safe distance away to call.)

PSEG
80 Park Plaza
Newark, NJ 07102