Northeast Wildfires Prompt Evacuations as Drought Conditions Persist

Residents near the York-New Jersey border face voluntary evacuations due to renewed wildfire threats exacerbated by dry weather.

The Jennings Creek wildfire has burned over 5,000 acres and is approximately 88-90% contained, with firefighters working to protect homes in the area.
Voluntary evacuations have been issued for around 165 homes in Warwick, New York, to allow firefighters to operate without interruption.
Dry conditions and strong winds have increased the risk of fire spread across parts of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Massachusetts.
New York City's fire department has established a brush fire task force in response to a historic increase in brush fires in the area.
Rainfall expected later in the week may provide some relief, but current drought conditions continue to pose a significant fire risk.