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Tragically, a New York parks employee lost their life battling a wildfire on the New York-New Jersey border. The worker was struck by a falling tree.
Meanwhile, firefighters are battling multiple wildfires in both states due to dry conditions that have prompted air quality warnings.
In New Jersey, a sprawling blaze has spread to nearly 4 square miles, threatening structures in Greenwood Lake and two New Jersey towns.
Health advisories are in effect for parts of New York and New Jersey due to smoke from the fires. People are urged to limit outdoor activity, especially those with respiratory conditions.
Progress has been made on several other fires in New Jersey, including one in Pompton Lakes that threatened dozens of homes.
In Massachusetts, a wildfire has burned over 200 acres in the Lynn Woods Reservation due to high winds and dry foliage.
Firefighters and agencies warn against outdoor burning as the dry weather persists.
Nationally, firefighters are also battling blazes in California, including one that has destroyed over 100 structures. Evacuation warnings have been issued for some areas in Ventura County.