‘Massive’ wildfires erupt on Long Island, sparking state of emergency and evacuations as flames threaten homes
Four separate wildfires blanketed Long Island’s East End with heavy smoke Saturday, prompting evacuations and threatening homes in both middle class communities and the wealthy Hamptons. The situation ...
Long Island officials probe if cause of fires was ‘nefarious’ or natural
The brush fires were mostly contained by Sunday morning after burning about 600 acres, injuring two firefighters and prompting a state of emergency Saturday.
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Hochul declares state of emergency for massive Long Island brush fires
Police said portions of Sunrise Highway had to be closed due to their proximity to the roadway. The highway was closed in both directions past Exit 58, according to traffic officials. "Our biggest ...
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NY governor declares state of emergency for massive Long Island brush fires
Police said portions of Sunrise Highway had to be closed due to their proximity to the roadway. The highway was closed in both directions past Exit 58, according to traffic officials. "Our biggest ...