The record-breaking statistics come as several Northeast states battle extremely dry conditions and multiple wildfires.
A combination of strong winds and low humidity values forecasted for Friday means fires can start and spread very quickly.
MEDFORD, Long Island -- A volunteer firefighter in was arrested for allegedly setting a brush fire in New York.
Unusually dry weather, an abundance of ‘dry fuels’, low relative humidity and strong winds combine to create high risk of ...
Firefighters reported 0% containment on a wildfire straddling the border of New Jersey and New York on Sunday.
Light rain overnight into Monday reduced Long Island’s fire danger, but high winds and drier conditions for the coming week ...
A red flag warning is in effect across Long Island today through 6 p.m. due to expected critical fire weather conditions, ...
Wildfires continue to burn around the tri-state as red flag warnings remain and drought conditions persist. The fires are ...