FDNY battles brush fire in Prospect Park as New York City faces drought conditions
gothamist.com — November 9, 2024, 02:01 AM UTC
A brush fire broke out in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, on November 8, 2024, amid ongoing drought conditions in New York City. The fire started near the Nethermead meadow shortly before 7 p.m. The New York City Fire Department deployed 60 personnel to combat the blaze, which was classified as a two-alarm fire. No injuries have been reported, but residents noted smoke in the area. Firefighters are using drones and specialized units to control the fire, which initially covered about 200 feet by 300 feet.