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Long Island Fires Force Evacuations; State of Emergency Declared

3/9/2025

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Raging brush fires swept across Long Island, New York, forcing evacuations and shutting down highways on Saturday. While three of the four fires were under control, the Westhampton blaze remained a fierce threat at 50% containment. Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency as high winds complicated efforts, leaving one firefighter hospitalized and nearby homes in jeopardy.

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Raging brush fires swept across Long Island, New York, forcing evacuations and shutting down highways on Saturday. While three of the four fires were under control, the Westhampton blaze remained a fierce threat at 50% containment. Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency as high winds complicated efforts, leaving one firefighter hospitalized and nearby homes in jeopardy.