Northeast Drought Fuels Wildfire Concerns in New York City

A big part of the northeastern United States, like New York City, is very dry because it hasn't rained much.

This dryness is causing trees to lose their leaves early, creating lots of dry leaves that can catch fire easily.

Last year, there were many brush fires in NYC because of similar conditions, which made firefighters very busy.

To get ready for the possibility of more fires, the fire department is getting new equipment, like hoses that can reach into parks, and practicing how to put out fires more efficiently.

Experts say that heavy rain is needed to stop the drought, but it's not expected anytime soon.

So, officials are worried about more fires this fall and are urging people to save water.