Long Island will be sunny and slightly chilly on Saturday as high winds and low humidity create an "elevated fire risk" throughout the Island, according to a statement from the National Weather Service.
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Firefighters knock down wind-driven brush fire on Long Island but risk remains with high winds
Brush fires erupt in New York due to strong winds
Brush fires have erupted in Long Island and near Brooklyn as strong winds in New York have made for an elevated risk of fire spread Saturday, according to the National Weather Service. NBC News’ Maya Eaglin has the latest.
New York governor declares emergency as brush fires burn in Long Island
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency Saturday after several wind-driven brush fires broke out in New York’s Long Island, sending large smoke plumes into the air and shutting down a highway.
Long Island is expected to see a three-day stretch of rainy, windy conditions, beginning Wednesday, with temperatures reaching into the 50s, the highest of 2025. The rain is expected to be timed to Wednesday's evening commute.
A wind advisory is in effect for Long Island Thursday night and Friday, according to the National Weather Service. The wind advisory will be in effect from 6 p.m. Thursday night until 4 p.m. Friday, the NWS said.
The last of four blazes that began in Suffolk County on Saturday has been put out, but Long Island and the Hudson Valley still faced a high fire risk on Sunday, officials said.
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