Firefighters knock down wind-driven brush fire on Long Island but risk remains with high winds
Firefighters in New York knocked down a dwindling brush fire in a wooded stretch of Long Island on Sunday as officials warned that high wind gusts could leave the region vulnerable to additional blazes.
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.
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 area. Here's the latest:
'Elevated wildfire risk' remains as crews gain control of Long Island blazes
The state Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services warned that wind gusts up to 40 mph were likely, complicating efforts to douse flames.
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 two firefighters and sending large smoke plumes into the air, officials said.
Firefighters rush to contain massive brush fire on Long Island
A brush fire on New York’s Long Island that has burned 400 acres and prompted a response from 80 fire departments and 600 personnel according to Suffolk County officials. NBC News’ Maya Eaglin has the latest on the response.
Wildfires break out on Long Island, NY, Hamptons officials declare state of emergency
At least two commercial structures have burned down, Suffolk County officials said. One firefighter suffered second-degree burns in the blazes.
Long Island wildfires threaten the Hamptons
At least four wildfires broke out on New York's Long Island over the weekend, threatening the Hamptons as people on social media shared videos of the flames and smoke billowing into the sky above.
Long Island brush fires contained
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Hochul declares state of emergency over eastern Long Island brush fires
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