New York Sets Emergency Status Due To Forest Fire On Long Island

JAKARTA - The governor of New York state, Kathy Hochul, has declared an emergency status in Suflokk County due to a forest fire that hit Long Island.

The fire that occurred since Saturday afternoon caused a number of roads to be closed and had a significant impact on the local community.

"Today Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency in Suflok County due to forest fires at a number of points since Saturday afternoon," a statement was released on the governor's official website. as quoted by ANTARA.

More than 30 firefighters have been deployed to control the blaze. In addition, four helicopters belonging to the New York National Guard were also deployed to speed up the extinguishing process.

According to a report from ABC News, the fire has caused a number of roads to be closed for safety reasons. Not only that, but the emergency status has also been implemented in Southampton City in anticipation of a wider impact.

Meanwhile, a firefighter suffered second-degree burns to his face as a result of this incident and was immediately rushed to hospital for medical treatment.