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New York Gov. Hochul declares state of emergency

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 Associated Press on MSN · 18h

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.

CBS News on MSN · 2d

Long Island brush fires trigger state of emergency in New York

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a state of emergency on Saturday as crews battled several brush fires on Long Island.

Long Island brush fire 100% knocked down

CBS New York on MSN · 1d

Long Island brush fire 100% knocked down; Burn ban issued by Gov. Kathy Hochul

The massive brush fire that impacted the East End of Long Island is no longer burning in Westhampton, but Forest Rangers worked all day on Sunday to contain the perimeter.

Times Union · 1d

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 burn ban takes effect.

Gothamist · 1d

Gov. Hochul expands burn ban as Long Island wildfires highlight growing fire risk

Gov. Kathy Hochul expanded emergency measures as firefighters continued battling the aftermath of weekend brush fires in Suffolk County, issuing an immediate burn ban for Long Island, New York City and parts of the Hudson Valley.

The Oakland Press3h

New York-area fires started by person making s’mores, officials say

The Long Island brush fires that injured two firefighters and damaged two buildings were started by a person cooking s’mores, ...

56mon MSN

Parts of Northeast and Southwest bracing for elevated fire danger

Gusty winds, low humidity and dry conditions are expected to produce elevated fire danger in parts of the Southwest and ...

2don 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.

1don MSN

Authorities investigate possibility of arson as origin of Long Island fires while increased winds ramp up fire risk

Arson could be the cause of several wind-driven brush fires that burned on New York’s Long Island over the weekend, injuring ...

20hon MSN

S'mores eyed as suspected cause of Long Island wildfires

The cause of the wildfires that swept through part of Long Island, New York, over the weekend is believed to have been a ...

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New York in Crisis: Wildfires Force State of Emergency as Flames Rage Near Long Island

A state of emergency has been declared in New York as brush fires rage through Long Island and near Brooklyn. Firefighters, supported by National Guard helicopters, are battling the flames, with high ...

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