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flag New York's Long Island sees brush fires prompt evacuations, close highways, with one fire still raging.

flag On March 8, 2025, brush fires fueled by high winds swept across Long Island's Pine Barrens, prompting Governor Kathy Hochul to declare a state of emergency. flag The fires led to the evacuation of a military base and closure of Sunrise Highway. flag Three fires were fully contained, while the Westhampton fire was 50% contained. flag One firefighter was injured. flag The National Guard provided helicopter support, and a regional burn ban was issued due to the high fire risk.

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