A brush fire on Long Island, New York, has burned 400 acres and is now 80% contained after 80 fire departments and 600 personnel responded to the emergency. The Westhampton Pines Fire erupted on Saturday and has been fully knocked down, with officials hoping for full control soon. Governor Kathy Hochul issued a prohibition on most types of outside camping and cooking fires in the area due to continued dry conditions until March 16. The fire caused damage to two commercial buildings, including AutoGate Systems Distributions, and injured two fire personnel. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire, which started in Center Moriches and spread to other areas. Authorities received calls of support from President Trump, Gov. Hochul, and Sen. Schumer following the eruption of the fires. Fire weather conditions are expected to improve in the coming days, with a possibility of rain later in the week. Overall, the situation is under control, and efforts are being made to fully contain the fires and prevent further damage.
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