Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency Saturday afternoon as dozens of fire departments responded to Long Island’s Pine Barrens to get control of massive brush fires. The largest fire as of late Saturday afternoon was burning in Southampton, according to local authorities. An estimated 40 fire departments were said to be helping in the response. The National Guard had also been dispatched to assist with water drops. Police said portions of Sunrise Highway near Westhampton had to be closed due to their proximity to the roadway. The highway was closed Saturday afternoon in both directions past Exit 58,…
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