The East may not face the same threats of massive wildfires that have become an ominous hallmark of life in the West. But the risks are underestimated.

New York City firefighters are working around the clock to contain multiple wildfires in Manhattan and Queens as dry ...

A severe drought in the Northeast, that isn't expected to lessen up soon, has caused an "unprecedented number of brush fires" ...

A severe drought watch with no rain in sight has gripped the Northeastern U.S., creating “unprecedented” conditions for fire, ...

The New York City fire department has responded to 229 brush fires from October 29 to Nov. 12, a record for any two-week period.

Parks department data shows firefighters responded to more than 400 fires in city parks between 2020 and August 2024.

A historic lack of rain. Dozens of brush fires, including one Wednesday in Inwood Hill Park. Rail disruptions fueled by a ...

New York has urged its 8.5 million residents to save water as America's biggest city endures an unprecedented period without ...

A volunteer firefighter was arrested and charged after allegedly setting a brush fire on Long Island, New York, on Tuesday.

Long Island volunteer firefighter Jonathan Quiles is accused of intentionally setting a brush fire in Medford, New York.

Burn bans and drought watches have been announced throughout New York State counties as responders fight widespread wildfires ...

Forest fires in New York City are nearly unprecedented. None have been recorded in Prospect Park in recent history, and while ...