The major wildfires in New York state were caused by the carelessness of local residents. According to AOL, the fires began in the village of Menorville, located in Suffolk County, and investigators believe that they were started when one of the residents used cardboard to light a fire.
Fire spread and consequences
Strong winds that began on Saturday quickly spread the fire. As a result, four large wildfires broke out on eastern Long Island. The fire covered 600 acres (240 hectares) and damaged several commercial buildings. Fortunately, residential buildings were not damaged. However, two firefighters were injured in the process of extinguishing the fire, one of whom suffered burns to the face.
Fire under control
As of March 9, the largest fire in the Pine Barrens was completely extinguished, and fires in other areas were under control. Officials are warning residents to be vigilant and avoid lighting fires in open areas.
Increasing fires and historical consequences
Such wildfires are a constant problem in the United States. Earlier this year, fires were also observed in Los Angeles County, which killed 28 people, damaged more than 16,000 structures and evacuated 180,000 people. These fires were recorded as one of the largest fires in US history and caused $ 250 billion in damage.
The recent fires in New York have caused significant damage to nature and the economy. Local authorities and environmentalists are emphasizing the need to develop enhanced safety measures to prevent such tragedies. This shows the importance of citizens taking a responsible approach to nature.
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