'Be vigiliant.' Fire danger persists as dry conditions continue through at least midweek
Suffolk County has reported 168 brushfires since Oct. 25, and Nassau County has seen 53.
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They're urging Long Islanders to follow the burning restriction to keep everyone safe. A state burn ban is in effect through Nov. 30.
“People have to be careful don’t throw your cigarettes out. Riverhead is in a state of an emergency. No fires at all. People have to be vigilant,” said J.R Renten Chief, of the Riverhead Fire Department.
Suffolk County has reported 168 brushfires since Oct. 25, and Nassau County has seen 53.
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