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New York Governor Declares State of Emergency

ABC News on MSN · 4h

State of emergency declared as brush fires shut down roads in New York

Towns and communities in Long Island, New York, were on alert Saturday after brush fires spewed thick smoke into the air. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency in Suffolk County as the fires raged on -- with gusty conditions expected to last through Sunday evening.

The Press Democrat · 1h

New York governor declares state of emergency for wind-driven brush fire on Long Island

Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency and said state agencies were responding to the fires around the Pine Barrens, a wooded area that is home to commuter towns east of New York City. She said homes, a chemical factory and an Amazon warehouse were at risk and more evacuations may be needed.

NBC News on MSN · 1d

Brush fires erupt in New York amid strong winds

Brush fires have erupted in Long Island and near Brooklyn as strong winds in New York created an elevated risk of fire spread Saturday, according to the National Weather Service.

Long Island, brush fires and Arson

Arson investigators continue probe into Long Island brush fires; firefighters returning to the scene

Suffolk County Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services Commissioner Rudy Sunderman said the fire will not be considered completely "contained" until 10-foot breaks are built around the full perimeter of the fire, where combustible materials and elements are removed to prevent it from reigniting and spreading.

NBC New York · 20m

Backyard s'mores named cause of massive Long Island brush fires, investigators say

New York's governor triggered a burn ban for the area. She issued a prohibition on most types of outside camping, cooking and warming fires in Long Island, as well as parts of the Hudson Valley amid continued dry conditions. Backyard fire pits, small campfires and small cooking fires in contained conditions were exempt.

FOX 5 New York on MSN · 3h

Long Island brush fire latest: Arson investigation underway, burn ban in effect

An arson investigation is underway on Long Island after a series of brush fires over the weekend injured at least two firefighters as flames consumed hundreds of acres in Suffolk County.

3h

Gov. Hochul issues burn ban for Hudson Valley, New York City and Long Island

Following brush fires in Long Island, Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a burn ban until March 16, when New York’s annual statewide ...

1don MSN

New York Wildfire Update: Maps, Tracker Show Counties Under Threat

A state of emergency was declared by New York Governor Kathy Hochul, and around 100 fire companies were reportedly deployed.

21hon MSN

National Guard helps battle wind-fueled wildfires burning on New York's Long Island

The state Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services warned that wind gusts up to 40 mph were likely, complicating ...

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