Elderly man missing after Long Island house fire

An elderly man is missing after a fire destroyed a home in Island Park, Long Island, early Monday morning. The fire, which started just before 2 a.m., escalated to a three-alarm blaze, prompting a large response from multiple fire departments. Firefighters took 90 minutes to extinguish the flames, which threatened nearby properties. Initial reports suggested two elderly residents were inside, but it was later confirmed that only one man is unaccounted for. Search efforts are ongoing, complicated by debris and clutter in the home's remains. Weather conditions, including storms and high winds, may have contributed to the fire's intensity and are being investigated as a possible cause.