New York brush fires prompt state of emergency

Massive brush fires along Sunrise Highway on eastern Long Island prompt large emergency response
Massive, wind-whipped brush fires are raging across parts of Long Island's Pine Barrens region on Saturday, prompting a large emergency response to control the blazes that led to a local State of Emergency in the town of Southampton in Suffolk County.
Hochul declares state of emergency for massive Long Island brush fires
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency Saturday afternoon as dozens of fire departments responded to Long Island’s Pine Barrens to gain control of massive brush fires fueled by strong winds.
New York governor declares state of emergency for wind-driven brush fire on Long Island
Brush fires on New York's Long Island fanned by high winds have picked up quickly. The fires were spewing thick gray smoke into the sky and closed a major highway on Saturday.
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 winds fuelling the fires and causing evacuations.
New York brush fires prompt state of emergency as crews battle flames near Hamptons
Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state disaster emergency and spoke with the county executive about the fire and informed him New York is ready to provide any necessary resources. The state National Guard is using helicopters to extinguish the flames and is coordinating with law enforcement.
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Burn ban in effect for Long Island, New York City and Hudson Valley after Suffolk County brush fire
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Long Island brush fire: Crews knock down blaze but wind threats remain
As of Sunday morning, the Long Island brush fire was 80% contained, but wind gusts of up to 40 mph continue to threaten the ...
Long Island brush fires contained
All four Long Island brush fires that sent soaring plumes of smoke into the air had been contained by Sunday afternoon, ...
Connecticut brush fire risk high again Monday after weekend blazes
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