Dry as a bone: New York City Faces Unprecedented Wildfire risk Amid Severe Drought

New York City is grappling with unprecedented wildfire threats due to its driest conditions in 120 years. Doug McIntyre reports that wildfires are increasingly common across the region, with some ignited by human activity, such as a recent arson incident. Local media now provide fire maps to help residents monitor ongoing blazes and forecast conditions. With no rain expected for a week and gusting winds of up to 40 mph, the risk remains high, underscoring the severe impact of the ongoing drought.