Strong winds in New York City and Long Island caused brush fires to erupt in various areas, resulting in an elevated risk of fire spread. Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency in Suffolk County due to the fires in the Pine Barrens, offering support to the affected areas. The fires in Suffolk County led to injuries, structural damage, and the declaration of a state of emergency by local officials.
In Brooklyn, a fire in Gerritsen Beach was brought under control by the New York City Fire Department with the assistance of other agencies. No injuries were reported in the Brooklyn fire. The New York State Department of Transportation closed portions of highways due to the fires, urging motorists to avoid the area.
The elevated fire risk was expected to last through the weekend, with strong winds increasing the potential for fires to spread quickly. Approximately 7 million people in New England were under wind alerts, including in Boston and Albany. The cause of the fires is unknown at this time, and there have been no reports of injuries in connection to the blazes. Authorities have urged caution in handling potential ignition sources to prevent further fires from breaking out.
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