FDNY battling brush fire in Washington Heights amid drought warning
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, Manhattan (WABC) -- Firefighters are on the scene of another brush fire burning in Manhattan on Tuesday afternoon.
The fire along the border of Washington Heights and Harlem was reported in Highbridge Park at West 155th Street & Harlem River Drive around 2:20 p.m.
FDNY officials said 10 acres of brush was burning, and fire crews have four hose lines stretched into the park and in operation.
No injuries have been reported so far, and the fire marshals are investigating the cause of the fire.
Residents are advised to expect smoke and traffic delays in the area. People nearby should close windows to avoid smoke.
The fire comes as New York City is officially under a drought warning as dry conditions across the Tri-State persist.
A drought watch was issued earlier this month and now New Yorkers are being asked to limit their water usage.
The upgraded drought warning status marks the first time in 22 years that New York City officials have made the designation.
This is breaking news. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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