The New York City Fire Department battled a two-alarm blaze in Prospect Park late Friday, as the city remains under a drought watch, highlighting the high risk of wildfires in dry conditions.
According to NYC Mayor Eric Adams, the fire risk is heightened due to dry conditions and strong winds. He emphasized that public vigilance, like that of a passerby calling 911, played a pivotal role.
Zach Iscol, commissioner of NYC Emergency Management, cautioned against actions like throwing cigarette butts on the ground while stating, 'This is the new normal of extreme weather.'
The firefighters controlled a two-acre brush fire using drones and special equipment, demonstrating the proactive response of over 100 personnel in a quickly evolving incident.
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