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Wildland fires do occur in New York State. Many areas in New York, particularly those that are heavily forested or contain large tracts of brush and shrubs are prone to fires. Even though the ground may be wet or frozen the vegetation can be dry and at risk. According to Forest Rangers Division (wildfire occurrence data from 1993-2017) wildfires in New York State are caused by the following:
- 95% humans
- lightning is responsible 5%
- debris burning accounts for 33%
- incendiary fires account for 16%
- campfires cause 16%
- children are responsible for 4%
- smoking, equipment, railroads, and miscellaneous causes contribute to the remaining 25% of wildfires.
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