The region is experiencing an unusually high number of brush fires due to unseasonably dry conditions and gusty winds, prompting numerous emergency responses.
The Fire Department reported responding to over 225 brush fires since late October, highlighting a concerning trend in fire incidents in various New York areas.
Residents near Inwood Hill Park were advised to close their windows and avoid the area as large clouds of smoke from the fire filled the sky.
Gov. Kathy Hochul emphasized conservation measures due to one of the driest Octobers on record, which has contributed to the ongoing fire risk.
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