Illegal vapes can cause serious damage to people's health. New York is sending a message to anyone who tries to sell these products: You will be caught and prosecuted. Just How Harmful Is Vaping? More Evidence Is Emerging. The New York Times Best vape shops in NYC for smoking, relaxing and buying new gear Flavored vapes are banned in New Yorkbut some retailers are finding ways around the law. Closing that loophole in Westchester County is critical so flavored nicotine products aren't an open invitation The crackdown targeted businesses that operated online vape shops and illegally distributed products throughout the state, Gov. Hochul said. https: pix11.com news local news new york conducts largest crackdown on vapes in state history