Brush Fires in Manhattan as Northeast Drought Worsens
A severe drought in the Northeast, that isn't expected to lessen up soon, has caused an "unprecedented number of brush fires" ...
“He was a great kid" – wildfires claim the life of teenage park ranger in New York state
Wildfires have claimed the life of a teenage park ranger, as blazes continue to rage across New York State. 18-year-old ...
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Fires in NYC parks are common. The drought is making them bigger and more frequent.
Parks department data shows firefighters responded to more than 400 fires in city parks between 2020 and August 2024.
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FDNY battles large brush fire, dangerous conditions, in Inwood Hill Park in Manhattan
The fire ignited and spread rapidly across a large area of brush inside the park on Wednesday, and another fire in the park ...
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FDNY battles large brush fire in Inwood Hill Park in Manhattan
Two fires reportedly ignited around 3 p.m. and spread rapidly across a large area of brush, sending a smoke blanket moving over Manhattan toward the George Washington Bridge.