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Long Island, Arson and fires

Arson investigators continue probe into Long Island brush fires; firefighters returning to the scene

Suffolk County Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services Commissioner Rudy Sunderman said the fire will not be considered completely "contained" until 10-foot breaks are built around the full perimeter of the fire, where combustible materials and elements are removed to prevent it from reigniting and spreading.

FOX 5 New York on MSN · 6h

Long Island brush fire latest: Arson investigation underway, burn ban in effect

An arson investigation is underway on Long Island after a series of brush fires over the weekend injured at least two firefighters as flames consumed hundreds of acres in Suffolk County.

CNN on MSN · 18h

Authorities investigate possibility of arson as origin of Long Island fires while increased winds ramp up fire risk

Arson could be the cause of several wind-driven brush fires that burned on New York’s Long Island over the weekend, injuring two firefighters and sending large smoke plumes into the air, officials said.

Long Island, fire and state of emergency

NBC New York on MSN · 1d

Hochul declares state of emergency for massive Long Island brush fires

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency Saturday afternoon as dozens of fire departments responded to Long Island’s Pine Barrens to gain control of massive brush fires fueled by strong winds.

ABC News on MSN · 22h

State of emergency declared as brush fires shut down roads in Long Island, New York

Towns and communities in Long Island, New York, were on alert Saturday after brush fires spewed thick smoke into the air. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency in Suffolk County as the fires raged on -- with gusty conditions expected to last through Sunday evening.

The Washington Post on MSN · 1d

Brush fires on Long Island spark state of emergency

More than 80 fire departments responded to the blazes, which damaged two commercial structures but don’t threaten residents at this time in Suffolk County.

11hon MSN

Long Island brush fire is 100% knocked down, but flare-ups are still a concern, officials say

The massive brush fire that impacted the East End of Long Island is no longer burning in Westhampton, but Forest Rangers ...

2hon MSN

Massive Long Island brush fires likely caused by someone trying to cook s’mores for breakfast

Residents in Center Moriches/Manorville tried to start a fire in their backyard around 9 a.m. Saturday to cook up the treat ...

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Westhampton brush fire knocked down, as Suffolk police arson probe gets underway

The Westhampton brush fire that burned 400 acres of dry woodland forest and sparked a massive statewide response in eastern ...

15hon MSN

Brush fire on Long Island that has scorched 400 acres is 80% contained

A brush fire on New York’s Long Island that has burned 400 acres and prompted a response from 80 fire departments and 600 ...

1h

Long Island fire: Residents making s'mores in backyard likely caused New York fires, officials say

Law enforcement agencies are still interviewing all 911 callers to rule out any possibilities, but they "strongly feel that it was accidental." ...

FOX 5 New York on MSN22h

Long Island brush fire: Crews knock down blaze but wind threats remain

As of Sunday morning, the Long Island brush fire was 80% contained, but wind gusts of up to 40 mph continue to threaten the ...

Dan's Papers on MSN2h

Westhampton Brush Fire Blamed on S’mores, Cops Say

A family trying to make s’mores at their Manorville home on Saturday morning accidentally caused the brush fire that burned ...

20h

Tree-killing beetles adding fuel for next fire, says Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine

Stemming the Southern pine beetle onslaught is one way to limit the amount of dead trees that lead to new growth and more ...

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