New York firefighters have been battling four wildfires on the outskirts of the Hamptons since Saturday, sending residents into a state of panic and&nbsp;prompting Governor Kathy Hochul to declare a state of emergency. There has been speculation on social media over&nbsp;whether arson played a role—particularly in light of the recent Palisades Fire.

The fires — in Center Moriches, East Moriches, Eastport, and Westhampton&nbsp;— erupted in the&nbsp;early afternoon hours on Saturday and appeared to be fueled by a combination of low humidity and gusty winds.&nbsp;

New York State agencies are responding to a brush fire in the Pine Barrens. We are in close communication with local partners on Long Island to coordinate assistance and make sure they have the resources they need to protect their communities.

The&nbsp;exact cause of the brush fires remains unclear. However, folks on X had their own opinions:

... "accidentally" up in flames?
{ai:summary}New York firefighters are combating four wildfires near the Hamptons, leading to a state of emergency declared by Governor Kathy Hochul. The fires, fueled by low humidity and strong winds, have raised concerns about possible arson, particularly following the recent Palisades Fire.As local agencies coordinate efforts to manage the situation, speculation continues on social media regarding the fires' origins, with some attributing them to intentional acts rather than climate change. The exact cause remains under investigation. #society

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