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Area Firefighters on Scene at Speonk Brush Fire

Firefighters said the fire is confined to a mulch pile.

Several local fire departments have been called to a brush fire at Speonk Wood Recycling, Inc., located at 60 5th Avenue.

According to the Eastport Fire Department, the small fire broke out about 1 p.m. and it is under control, but difficult to put out.

The fire, as of 2:30 p.m.,  the department said, was confined to a mulch pile. 

Also standing by are firefighters from Westhampton Beach, Wading River and Ridge. 

Traffic is moving through the area. 

Check back for updates.


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