New York Laws
Title 11 - Forest Fire Control
9-1101 - Proclamation by Governor.

Whenever the forests of the state are in danger of fire, the Governor
by proclamation may (a) prohibit any person or persons from entering
forests, woodlands, waters and open lands; (b) prohibit the starting of
fires in the out-of-doors; (c) prohibit the smoking of tobacco in
forests, woodlands and open lands and (d) suspend any open season for,
or prohibit the taking of, fish, birds and quadrupeds. Such proclamation
may contain exceptions to the activities prohibited, and may apply to
all or a portion of the state. Such proclamation shall be in full force
and effect at the expiration of 24 hours after notice is given in such
manner as the Governor may determine and shall remain in full force
until rescinded by the Governor.

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