New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency in Suffolk County to gather resources for suppressing numerous brush fires that started Saturday and maintained momentum due to high winds.
“We are deploying resources as quickly as possible, and I have mobilized our agencies, the National Guard and the State Police to provide air and ground support to ensure we keep our Long Islanders safe,” Hochul said in a press release on March 8.
“I’ve declared a state of emergency to secure resources immediately. This is an evolving situation, and air quality is a concern—New Yorkers need to monitor the latest emergency alerts and prepare to evacuate if necessary.”…