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Tracking rain and gusty winds for the Bronx.

Helicopters assist in battling wildfires near New York City’s watershed

NYC Water posted photos showing the fire racing across 384 acres in Ulster County and the Catskills.

News 12 Staff

Nov 10, 2024, 12:05 PM

Updated 11 days ago

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The Department of Environmental Protection and state police helicopters have deployed helicopters to help fight the wildfires in New York City’s watershed.
NYC Water posted photos showing the Whitehouse forest fire racing across 384 acres in Ulster County and the Catskills.
The region contains reservoirs that feed into New York City’s water supply system.