FDNY launches first-ever Brush Fire Task Force dedicated to fighting wildfires
FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker announced the creation of the department's first Brush Fire Task Force on Sunday.
FDNY creates brush fire task force amid historic wildfires
New York is battling its largest wildfire in 16 years, with firefighters now containing about 90% of the affected areas.
FDNY creates task force, will use drones in fight against rash of brush fires
The parks provide refuge for residents of a go-go-go city. But they also make the area more prone to brush fires during ...
FDNY Stands Up Brush Fire Task Force as Drought Continues
A team of FDNY fire marshals, drone operators and others will help coordinate and investigate brush fires in New York City.
Jennings Creek wildfire emergency in Orange County, New York extended
Orange County, New York is dealing with an extended state of emergency due to the ongoing Jennings Creek wildfire​.
Increased fire risk alert for New York City, says NWS
. @NWSNewYorkNY has issued a Special Weather Statement for NYC: Elevated risk for fire spread for Monday 11/18, gusts near 15 ...
Wildfire threat remains in place for much of US Northeast as dry conditions persist
Firefighters in New York said a successful voluntary evacuation that remains in place Sunday helped them protect about 165 ...
Wildfire threat in place for much of US Northeast as dry conditions persist
Firefighters in New York said on Sunday that a successful voluntary evacuation overnight helped them protect about 165 homes ...
Drought warning declared in New York City: Mayor Adams
A drought warning has been declared in New York City, Mayor Eric Adams announced on Monday. Under a drought warning, New Yorkers would still be urged to voluntarily ...