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Jennings Creek Fire spurs evacuations in New York: Is rain finally on the way?

A major storm system that will bring a variety of impactful weather across the United States this week looks to have something up its sleeve for the Northeast as well: Significant rainfall.

CBS New York on MSN · 10h

Jennings Creek wildfire emergency in Orange County, New York extended

Residents in Orange County are dealing with an extended state of emergency after dozens of households were asked to voluntarily evacuate from parts of Greenwood Lake due to the Jennings Creek wildfire.

Jennings Creek wildfire causes evacuations in New York

Officials asked over 100 families to evacuate after the Jennings Creek wildfire jumped a containment line in Orange County. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.

FDNY, Brush Fire and task force

WINS Radio New York on MSN · 14h

FDNY launches Brush Fire Task Force to tackle wildfires amid recent spike across historically-dry NYC

FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker announced the establishment of the department’s first-ever Brush Fire Task Force on Sunday as wildfires continue to pop up across the Northeast, including in New York City,

FDNY creates task force amid record number of brush fires in NYC

The significant increase in brush fires in New York City has led the FDNY to establish its first Brush Fire Task Force. The task force consists of fire marshals, fire inspectors, and tactical drone units.

FDNY creates task force, will use drones in fight against rash of brush fires

But they also make the area more prone to brush fires during droughts. From Nov. 1-Nov. 14, amid a historic dry spell, there were 271 fires, the most over a two-week period in city history. Now, the FDNY has created its first Brush Fire Task Force,

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Video captures smoke billowing over Manhattan after apartment building catches fire in NYC

Smoke billowed over Manhattan after a fire broke out at a luxury apartment building in New York on Thursday. The fire started ...

FOX 5 New York on MSN1d

Fire Weather Watch: Forecast, updates, maps of NJ and NY wildfires

A Fire Weather Watch will once again be in effect this weekend as the New York City Tri-State is the driest it’s been in ...

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Hudson Yards rooftop fire sends plumes of dark smoke into NYC skyline

A fire on the roof of a 44-story luxury apartment building sent plumes of dark smoke into the New York City skyline on ...

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Why you’re still smelling smoke today in New Jersey and around NYC

Don’t hold your breath — the smoky air and fire smell aren’t going anywhere fast. New Jersey residents woke up on Friday to ...

Red flag warning throughout NYC region as historic drought brings threat of more fire

The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning on Saturday for the entire New York City region — illustrating ...

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In wake of Van Cortlandt Park brush fire, NYC officials lay out drought watch guidance

NEW YORK - A brush fire in Van Cortlandt Park is causing smoke and traffic delays in the area. The fire broke out just before ...

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It may take years for Prospect Park wildlife to return after NYC brush fire: experts

"Wildfires cause wildlife to move; they’ll avoid active flames and, if the damage is severe, will seek new habitats for food ...

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NYC Amtrak Trains Delayed After Brush Fire Disrupts Rail Service

A brush fire east of New York Penn Station has spurred power outages for Amtrak trains running to and from New Haven, ...

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