A brush fire on New York’s Long Island has burned 400 acres and prompted a response from 80 fire departments and 600 personnel. The Westhampton Pines Fire, fully knocked down and 80% contained, caused damage to commercial buildings but no fatalities. Investigators are working to determine the cause of the fire, which erupted due to dry conditions and 35 mph winds. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a prohibition on most outside fires in response to the situation. Two fire personnel were injured, one with second-degree burns, but were recovering at home. President Trump’s team, Gov. Hochul, and Sen. Chuck Schumer reached out to offer support during the crisis.
There were four wildfires in Suffolk County on Saturday, burning around 600 to 700 acres in total. By Sunday night, only the fire in Westhampton was still burning. Despite the damage, County Executive Ed Romaine praised the efforts of the volunteers who helped contain the fire and noted that Americans can come together in times of crisis. Hochul declared a state of emergency in the county and the affected region included Long Island, New York City, and parts of New Jersey and Connecticut.
Weather conditions were expected to improve in the Northeast, with lower temperatures and possible rain in the coming days. The situation in Westhampton Beach is under control, with hopes for a fully controlled situation by the next day.
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