Officials: Large mulch fires in Calverton, Melville under control; no injuries reported

The first fire broke out around 12:58 a.m. near Middle County Road in Calverton.

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Officials say two large mulch fires reported this morning in Suffolk County in Calverton and Melville are now under control.

The first fire broke out around 12:58 a.m. near Middle County Road in Calverton.

A total of 12 departments were on the scene fighting the fire. No injuries have been reported and the fire is under control.

Meanwhile, a brush fire broke out in Melville around 2:30 a.m. off Old East Neck Road, according to officials.

A total of six departments were on the scene in Melville. The fire is also now under control. No injuries have been reported.

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