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Officials: New Jersey Forest Fire That Burned 167 Aces In Lakewood Intentionally Set

LAKEWOOD, N.J. (CBS) -- The New Jersey forest fire that burned 167 acres in Lakewood, Ocean, County was intentionally set, according to officials. Investigators have located the origin of the fire but will not comment on the cause.

The fire was difficult to fight as high winds fanned the flames for two days.

Dozens of buildings were burned.

A firefighter from the New Jersey Forest Fire Service suffered cardiac arrest and is recovering.

No arrests or suspects have been announced.

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