A brush fire in Westhampton Beach, New York, has burned 400 acres and prompted a response from 80 fire departments and 600 personnel. The fire is now 60% contained. Despite progress, officials are concerned about weather conditions and air quality. Two firefighters were injured, but both are recovering at home. Two commercial buildings were affected, one significantly damaged. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
President Donald Trump’s team, Gov. Kathy Hochul, and Sen. Chuck Schumer reached out to offer support. There were a total of four wildfires in Suffolk County, burning around 600 to 700 acres in total. A state of emergency was declared by Hochul in the county.
Fire weather conditions are improving in the Northeast, with lower wind gusts expected. An elevated fire risk continues in parts of the mid-Atlantic region. Conditions are expected to further improve on Monday with calmer winds.
Despite the challenges, officials expressed gratitude for the volunteers and all those involved in containing the fires. The community came together in times of crisis to address the situation. The cause of the fires is still unknown, and investigators are working to determine the origin.
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