N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law § 9-1101: Proclamation by Governor

§ 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until rescinded by the Governor.