Brush fires have broken out in Long Island and near Brooklyn due to strong winds in New York increasing the risk of fire spread. The National Weather Service issued a special weather statement for New York City and Long Island, warning of low humidity and high winds creating conditions for fires to spread rapidly. Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency in Suffolk County on Long Island due to the brush fires that have erupted in the area, offering support to local officials. The New York National Guard and other state agencies have been called in to assist firefighters on the ground as multiple wildfires have broken out across Suffolk County.
One firefighter sustained injuries from the fires and structures have been damaged in the affected areas. The town supervisors of Southampton and Brookhaven have also declared states of emergency due to the wildfires. The New York City Fire Department responded to a fire in Brooklyn, which was brought under control with no reported injuries. Portions of highways have been closed due to the fires.
The region remains under an elevated fire risk due to strong winds and dry conditions, with wind advisories in place through the night. The cause of the fires is currently unknown, but it is advised to exercise caution with ignition sources and be aware of the potential for fires to spread quickly in the current conditions.
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