Governor Hochul issues emergency measures and a burn ban in response to intense brush fires in Suffolk County, Long Island.
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.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency on Saturday as crews battled brush fires on Long Island. She said 100,000 N95 masks will be sent to the impacted area.
As brush fires continue to burn in Long Island’s Pine Barrens, Governor Kathy Hochul provided an update on state efforts to contain the flames and protect residents. Speaking on CNN, Hochul detailed the deployment of state resources, warned of ongoing air quality concerns, and criticized federal budget cuts affecting firefighter training.
The state Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services warned that wind gusts up to 40 mph were likely, complicating efforts to douse flames.
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