On March 10, 2025, fire officials reported that the Westhampton fire on eastern Long Island is now 100% knocked down. Investigators are actively searching for the fire’s origin as crews continue to monitor for any remaining hotspots in the area.
- Westhampton fire is 100% knocked down.
- Four fires burned approximately 400 acres.
- High winds contributed to fire spread.
- Two commercial buildings were damaged.
- No residential structures were destroyed.
- Investigation into fire's origin is ongoing.
The Westhampton fire was part of a series of four fires that affected about 400 acres across eastern Long Island, starting from Center Moriches and spreading to East Moriches, Eastport, and finally Westhampton Beach. Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine noted that high winds contributed to the rapid spread of the fires, which began around 1 p.m. on Saturday. Crews are currently focused on ensuring all hotspots are completely extinguished by dumping dirt on them.
Officials confirmed that two commercial buildings were damaged when the fire jumped County Road 31 near Gabreski Airport. Although Brookhaven Town initially reported a residential structure had been destroyed, this claim was later retracted due to an error in communication between firefighters and county officials. No homes have been lost in this incident.
- Fire started: March 9, 2025
- Total area burned: Approximately 400 acres
- Injuries: Two firefighters treated for burns and head injury
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina stated that a team of 25 detectives is investigating the cause of the fire and will be interviewing witnesses who called 911 during the incident. It remains uncertain whether the fire was caused naturally or if foul play was involved; results from investigations are expected within a few days.
This situation highlights ongoing concerns regarding wildfires in areas prone to dry weather conditions and high winds. As containment efforts conclude, authorities will continue their investigation into how this series of fires ignited.
