Though rain has fallen across New York in recent days and more precipitation is expected, climatologists predict the ...

A few days after Governor Kathy Hochul announced a statewide burn ban, some parts of the North Country have gotten drier.

The National Weather Service says the mid-Hudson Valley will see another rain-free weekend with sunny days and cold nights.

Oswego County Fire Coordinator Shane Laws advises county residents that a New York State burn ban is now in effect and runs through Saturday, Nov. 30.   According to the New ...

New York has issued a statewide Burn Ban in effect until Sat, 11/30. High risk of brush and wildfires. This burn ban ...

The U.S. Drought Monitor has upgraded most of the Berkshires to its heightened danger category, and no rainfall is in sight ...

What happened: Supervisors approved a resolution to enact a 30-day burn ban throughout Clay Township. Why it matters: The ban ...

The New York City fire department has responded to 229 brush fires from October 29 to Nov. 12, a record for any two-week period.

New York City has had over 230 brush fires since Oct. 29, after its driest month since record-keeping began in 1869.

Burning refuse, trash, tires, and other solid wastes including loose leaves or leaf piles is prohibited under the burn ban.

Today's health news includes understanding Plan B's efficacy for people with higher BMIs, disparities in infant mortality, ...