Firefighters Contain Brush Fire in Long Island Amid High Wind Risks
Firefighters combat a brush fire in Long Island's Pine Barrens, as high winds pose ongoing threats of new blazes and state emergency declared.
Despite the progress, weather conditions and air quality remain key concerns.
Brush fire on Long Island that's scorched 400 acres is 22% contained
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The lingering blaze was located near the town of Westhampton.
Crews make progress on wind-fueled wildfires on Long Island, but risks remain
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As of Sunday morning, three of those fires had been contained, while one was still burning in the hamlet of Westhampton, according to Michael Martino, a spokesperson for Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine.
Firefighters seek to contain wind-driven brush fire on Long Island
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Firefighters in New York were continuing to battle at least one brush fire in a wooded stretch of Long Island on Sunday with the wealthy coastal enclave of the Hamptons vulnerable and officials warning that high wind gusts threatened to ignite further blazes.
Crews continue to battle wind-driven brush fire on New York’s Long Island
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Firefighters knock down wind-driven brush fire on Long Island but risk remains with high winds
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Summary
Firefighters in Long Island have nearly contained a brush fire that scorched approximately 600 acres, fueled by high winds. Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency in response to multiple fires that ignited over the weekend. Investigations into the fire's origin are ongoing, while conditions remain risky for flare-ups. Emergency services and volunteers worked through the night, and two firefighters sustained injuries. Authorities are monitoring ongoing fire activity in the region amid elevated wildfire risks from continuing weather conditions.
Perspectives
Firefighters are actively working to contain several brush fires in Long Island, with significant progress reported in containing the largest blaze.
The state of emergency was declared by Governor Kathy Hochul due to the risk of additional fires, largely driven by high winds and dry conditions.
An investigation into the cause of the fires is ongoing, but there is currently no evidence of arson, as crews continue to monitor the situation.