The New York state forestry service reported that an 18-year-old parks and recreation aide, Dariel Vasquez, tragically died when a tree fell on him while battling a fire.
Health advisories were issued for parts of New York and north-eastern New Jersey, urging sensitive populations to limit outdoor activities due to unhealthy air quality from wildfire smoke.
Dubbed the Jennings Creek wildfire, the blaze near the border has already threatened multiple homes, showcasing the escalating danger posed by these wildfires amid dry conditions.
New Jersey and New York face numerous wildfires, with containment efforts ongoing amidst concerns for residents' safety and overall air quality in the region.
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