Intense Wildfires Rage Across the US Coasts, Prompting Evacuations and Emergency Responses
Wildfires are wreaking havoc on both coasts of the United States, with significant blazes in New York, New Jersey, and California. In New Jersey, a tree fell on and fatally injured an 18-year-old parks employee while battling a fire that postponed Veterans Day events. In southern California, the Mountain Fire has led to the destruction of over 130 structures, prompting thousands of evacuations as firefighters work to gain control. Health advisories have been issued in parts of New York due to unhealthy air quality from smoke. Ongoing efforts reveal mixed progress across affected regions.