The record-breaking statistics come as several Northeast states battle extremely dry conditions and multiple wildfires.

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New Jersey’s governor declared a drought warning. Black Hawk helicopters scooped water from a lake to dump on a burning ...

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New York has urged its 8.5 million residents to save water as America's biggest city endures an unprecedented period without ...

A severe drought watch with no rain in sight has gripped the Northeastern U.S., creating “unprecedented” conditions for fire, ...

Most of the Tri-State area, including New York City, is now in a severe drought, according to the Drought Center.

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.