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Taiwan: Fire Breaks Out at Apartment in Kaohsiung

A fire broke out at an apartment building on Dagong Road in Yancheng District, Kaohsiung City, around 7:30 PM on Thursday, March 12. Police and fire services promptly responded, extinguishing the blaze and evacuating six residents. Three individuals were hospitalized after feeling unwell. The fire was brought under control shortly, and the cause is currently under investigation by the fire department.

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China: Burning Paper Spirals Into Mini Tornado After You Shen Ritual in Guangdong

A Chinese worship ceremony appeared to trigger a sudden mini tornado when burning paper offerings spiraled into the air without any warning wind. Filmed on February 25, 2026, in Lianjiang, Guangdong, the video shows ashes and flames suddenly twisting into a vertical column shortly after a traditional You Shen ritual ended. Residents had been burning paper ingots when the fire rapidly spun upward, forming what looked like a small tornado. The woman who recorded the scene, surnamed Huang, said the air had been completely still moments before the ashes violently lifted off the ground. The swirling column gradually weakened, and the burning paper fell back down as the air returned to calm.

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South Korea: Major Fire Erupts at Historic 91-Year-Old Restaurant in Downtown Seoul

A fire broke out on Thursday evening, February 26, at a restaurant in Bukchang-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul. The blaze sent thick smoke across the city center, disrupting the evening commutes. Fire authorities deployed 96 personnel and 42 fire vehicles to the scene. Built in 1935, the dilapidated two-story structure made the operation particularly hazardous for first responders.

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US: Evacuation Orders Lifted After Dahlberg Fire Scorches 1,000 Acres Near Franktown, CO

The Dahlberg fire broke out in the south of Franktown, Colorado, on Tuesday, February 24, burning more than 1,000 acres. Following the containment, authorities confirmed that all evacuation orders for the surrounding areas have been lifted.

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China: Helmet Cam Captures Firefighter Battling Blaze in Guangdong

A helmet camera captured a Chinese firefighter pushing into a burning building in Guangdong on January 4, 2026, advancing through thick smoke and intense heat during a dangerous rescue. The footage shows flames, drifting embers, and controlled hose bursts as the team works to bring the fire under control.

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US: Prescribed Burning Starts in Lake Havasu, Sending Massive Smoke

Massive smoke was seen on the horizon north of Lake Havasu City on Monday, January 19, as prescribed burning started at Lake Havasu National Wildlife Refuge near Topock. Access to burn areas is being restricted during active operations for public safety.

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US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

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US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations 2

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

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Mexico: Forest Fire Burns Dozens of Hectares in Arriaga, Chiapas

A forest fire broke out in Arriaga, Chiapas, on Wednesday, January 14, amid wind gusts of up to 33 km/h, burning dozens of hectares.

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China: Cigarette Sparks Fire on Tricycle Cargo

On January 5, 2026, in Guangxi, China, a man riding a tricycle unknowingly caused a small fire on the back of his vehicle while smoking. Another driver nearby noticed smoke trailing from the cargo and alerted the rider, who stopped by the roadside after realizing his load was burning.

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China: Man Saves Four People Seconds Before Crash Vehicle Erupts in Fire

A man in Jinzhong, Shanxi, rushed to save four people trapped in a crashed, smoke-filled vehicle on November 30, 2025. The doors were jammed and the passengers unconscious, so he smashed a window and pulled them out. Just three minutes later, the car burst into flames as the rescued victims received help on the roadside.

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US: Massive Fire Engulfs Historic Warehouses in Downtown St. Louis, Missouri

A massive fire broke out at the historic Crunden Martin Warehouse complex in St. Louis early Friday morning, November 28, burning multiple vacant warehouses. The fire was contained, but flare-ups are expected.

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China: Excavator Scoops Water From Pond to Contain Loader Fire

On October 16, 2025, in Guangdong, located in southern China, a dramatic rescue unfolded near a construction site. An excavator scooped a full bucket of water from a pond and rushed toward a nearby loader that had caught fire. The operator skillfully poured the water over the burning vehicle, instantly covering the flames and sending up thick smoke. The quick action prevented further damage.

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Fire in the Pico del Lobo area - Spain

View of the fire around Pico del Lobo, from Puerto de la Quesera, on September 26, 2025, in Segovia, Castilla y León (Spain). The fire declared last Sunday by lightning, in a place of Pico del Lobo, in the hamlet of Peñalba de la Sierra, Guadalajara, is still active and at level 1 after burning more than 700 hectares of scrubland and pine forest in a high mountain area and difficult access. Photo by Rafael Bastante/EuropaPress/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire in the Pico del Lobo area - Spain

View of the fire around Pico del Lobo, from Puerto de la Quesera, on September 26, 2025, in Segovia, Castilla y León (Spain). The fire declared last Sunday by lightning, in a place of Pico del Lobo, in the hamlet of Peñalba de la Sierra, Guadalajara, is still active and at level 1 after burning more than 700 hectares of scrubland and pine forest in a high mountain area and difficult access. Photo by Rafael Bastante/EuropaPress/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire in the Pico del Lobo area - Spain

View of the fire in the Pico del Lobo area, from the Pico del Lobo viewpoint, on September 26, 2025, in Penalba de la Sierra, Guadalajara, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. The fire declared last Sunday due to a lightning strike, in a place of Pico del Lobo, in the Guadalajara district of Peñalba de la Sierra, is still active and at level 1 after burning more than 700 hectares of scrubland and pine forest in a high mountain area and difficult access. Photo by Rafael Bastante/EuropaPress/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire in the Pico del Lobo area - Spain

View of the fire in the Pico del Lobo area, from the Pico del Lobo viewpoint, on September 26, 2025, in Penalba de la Sierra, Guadalajara, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. The fire declared last Sunday due to a lightning strike, in a place of Pico del Lobo, in the Guadalajara district of Peñalba de la Sierra, is still active and at level 1 after burning more than 700 hectares of scrubland and pine forest in a high mountain area and difficult access. Photo by Rafael Bastante/EuropaPress/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire in the Pico del Lobo area - Spain

View of the fire in the Pico del Lobo area, from the Pico del Lobo viewpoint, on September 26, 2025, in Penalba de la Sierra, Guadalajara, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. The fire declared last Sunday due to a lightning strike, in a place of Pico del Lobo, in the Guadalajara district of Peñalba de la Sierra, is still active and at level 1 after burning more than 700 hectares of scrubland and pine forest in a high mountain area and difficult access. Photo by Rafael Bastante/EuropaPress/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire in the Pico del Lobo area - Spain

View of the fire in the Pico del Lobo area, from the Pico del Lobo viewpoint, on September 26, 2025, in Penalba de la Sierra, Guadalajara, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. The fire declared last Sunday due to a lightning strike, in a place of Pico del Lobo, in the Guadalajara district of Peñalba de la Sierra, is still active and at level 1 after burning more than 700 hectares of scrubland and pine forest in a high mountain area and difficult access. Photo by Rafael Bastante/EuropaPress/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire in the Pico del Lobo area - Spain

View of the fire in the Pico del Lobo area, from the Pico del Lobo viewpoint, on September 26, 2025, in Penalba de la Sierra, Guadalajara, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. The fire declared last Sunday due to a lightning strike, in a place of Pico del Lobo, in the Guadalajara district of Peñalba de la Sierra, is still active and at level 1 after burning more than 700 hectares of scrubland and pine forest in a high mountain area and difficult access. Photo by Rafael Bastante/EuropaPress/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire in the Pico del Lobo area - Spain

View of the fire in the Pico del Lobo area, from the Pico del Lobo viewpoint, on September 26, 2025, in Penalba de la Sierra, Guadalajara, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. The fire declared last Sunday due to a lightning strike, in a place of Pico del Lobo, in the Guadalajara district of Peñalba de la Sierra, is still active and at level 1 after burning more than 700 hectares of scrubland and pine forest in a high mountain area and difficult access. Photo by Rafael Bastante/EuropaPress/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire in the Pico del Lobo area - Spain

View of the fire in the Pico del Lobo area, from the Pico del Lobo viewpoint, on September 26, 2025, in Penalba de la Sierra, Guadalajara, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. The fire declared last Sunday due to a lightning strike, in a place of Pico del Lobo, in the Guadalajara district of Peñalba de la Sierra, is still active and at level 1 after burning more than 700 hectares of scrubland and pine forest in a high mountain area and difficult access. Photo by Rafael Bastante/EuropaPress/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire in the Pico del Lobo area - Spain

View of the fire around Pico del Lobo, from Puerto de la Quesera, on September 26, 2025, in Segovia, Castilla y León (Spain). The fire declared last Sunday by lightning, in a place of Pico del Lobo, in the hamlet of Peñalba de la Sierra, Guadalajara, is still active and at level 1 after burning more than 700 hectares of scrubland and pine forest in a high mountain area and difficult access. Photo by Rafael Bastante/EuropaPress/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire in the Pico del Lobo area - Spain

View of the fire around Pico del Lobo, from Puerto de la Quesera, on September 26, 2025, in Segovia, Castilla y León (Spain). The fire declared last Sunday by lightning, in a place of Pico del Lobo, in the hamlet of Peñalba de la Sierra, Guadalajara, is still active and at level 1 after burning more than 700 hectares of scrubland and pine forest in a high mountain area and difficult access. Photo by Rafael Bastante/EuropaPress/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire in the Pico del Lobo area - Spain

View of the fire around Pico del Lobo, from Puerto de la Quesera, on September 26, 2025, in Segovia, Castilla y León (Spain). The fire declared last Sunday by lightning, in a place of Pico del Lobo, in the hamlet of Peñalba de la Sierra, Guadalajara, is still active and at level 1 after burning more than 700 hectares of scrubland and pine forest in a high mountain area and difficult access. Photo by Rafael Bastante/EuropaPress/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire in the Pico del Lobo area - Spain

View of the fire in the Pico del Lobo area, from the Pico del Lobo viewpoint, on September 26, 2025, in Penalba de la Sierra, Guadalajara, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. The fire declared last Sunday due to a lightning strike, in a place of Pico del Lobo, in the Guadalajara district of Peñalba de la Sierra, is still active and at level 1 after burning more than 700 hectares of scrubland and pine forest in a high mountain area and difficult access. Photo by Rafael Bastante/EuropaPress/ABACAPRESS.COM

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South Africa: Johannesburg Water Crisis Sparks Deadly Protests in Westbury, Coronationville

Residents of Westbury and Coronationville in Johannesburg protested months-long water outages, clashing with police. An 81-year-old was killed and a 15-year-old injured. The shortages are linked to aging infrastructure, burst pipes, illegal connections, and management issues at Johannesburg Water. Authorities have promised interim and long-term measures to restore supply and stabilize the system.

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US: Garnet Fire Continues to Rage, Burning Nearly 34,000 Acres in California 3

The Garnet Fire, that was started on August 24, continued to rage in the Sierra National Forest in Fresno County, burning nearly 49,000 acres as of Monday, September 8, despite the dedication of over 2,000 firefighters.

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US: Garnet Fire Continues to Rage, Burning Nearly 34,000 Acres in California 2

The Garnet Fire, that was started on August 24, continued to rage in the Sierra National Forest in Fresno County, burning nearly 49,000 acres as of Monday, September 8, despite the dedication of over 2,000 firefighters.

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US: Garnet Fire Continues to Rage, Burning Nearly 34,000 Acres in California

The Garnet Fire, that was started on August 24, continued to rage in the Sierra National Forest in Fresno County, burning nearly 34,000 acres as of Friday, September 5, despite the dedication of over 1,000 firefighters.

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A Ship Continues To Burn In The Port Of Ribeira - Spain

Emergency Services agents work to extinguish the fire on the ship Awadi, in the port of Ribeira, on September 2, 2025, in Ribeira, A Coruña, Galicia (Spain). The vessel Awadi is burning in the port of Ribeira since yesterday Monday afternoon. The fire has originated in the engine room while repair work was being carried out. The high temperature at which the ship is located is hindering the extinguishing tasks. Photo by Elena Fernandez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Ship Continues To Burn In The Port Of Ribeira - Spain

Emergency Services agents work to extinguish the fire on the ship Awadi, in the port of Ribeira, on September 2, 2025, in Ribeira, A Coruña, Galicia (Spain). The vessel Awadi is burning in the port of Ribeira since yesterday Monday afternoon. The fire has originated in the engine room while repair work was being carried out. The high temperature at which the ship is located is hindering the extinguishing tasks. Photo by Elena Fernandez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Ship Continues To Burn In The Port Of Ribeira - Spain

Emergency Services agents work to extinguish the fire on the ship Awadi, in the port of Ribeira, on September 2, 2025, in Ribeira, A Coruña, Galicia (Spain). The vessel Awadi is burning in the port of Ribeira since yesterday Monday afternoon. The fire has originated in the engine room while repair work was being carried out. The high temperature at which the ship is located is hindering the extinguishing tasks. Photo by Elena Fernandez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Ship Continues To Burn In The Port Of Ribeira - Spain

Emergency Services agents work to extinguish the fire on the ship Awadi, in the port of Ribeira, on September 2, 2025, in Ribeira, A Coruña, Galicia (Spain). The vessel Awadi is burning in the port of Ribeira since yesterday Monday afternoon. The fire has originated in the engine room while repair work was being carried out. The high temperature at which the ship is located is hindering the extinguishing tasks. Photo by Elena Fernandez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Ship Continues To Burn In The Port Of Ribeira - Spain

Emergency Services agents work to extinguish the fire on the ship Awadi, in the port of Ribeira, on September 2, 2025, in Ribeira, A Coruña, Galicia (Spain). The vessel Awadi is burning in the port of Ribeira since yesterday Monday afternoon. The fire has originated in the engine room while repair work was being carried out. The high temperature at which the ship is located is hindering the extinguishing tasks. Photo by Elena Fernandez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Ship Continues To Burn In The Port Of Ribeira - Spain

Emergency Services agents work to extinguish the fire on the ship Awadi, in the port of Ribeira, on September 2, 2025, in Ribeira, A Coruña, Galicia (Spain). The vessel Awadi is burning in the port of Ribeira since yesterday Monday afternoon. The fire has originated in the engine room while repair work was being carried out. The high temperature at which the ship is located is hindering the extinguishing tasks. Photo by Elena Fernandez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Ship Continues To Burn In The Port Of Ribeira - Spain

Emergency Services agents work to extinguish the fire on the ship Awadi, in the port of Ribeira, on September 2, 2025, in Ribeira, A Coruña, Galicia (Spain). The vessel Awadi is burning in the port of Ribeira since yesterday Monday afternoon. The fire has originated in the engine room while repair work was being carried out. The high temperature at which the ship is located is hindering the extinguishing tasks. Photo by Elena Fernandez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Ship Continues To Burn In The Port Of Ribeira - Spain

Emergency Services agents work to extinguish the fire on the ship Awadi, in the port of Ribeira, on September 2, 2025, in Ribeira, A Coruña, Galicia (Spain). The vessel Awadi is burning in the port of Ribeira since yesterday Monday afternoon. The fire has originated in the engine room while repair work was being carried out. The high temperature at which the ship is located is hindering the extinguishing tasks. Photo by Elena Fernandez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Ship Continues To Burn In The Port Of Ribeira - Spain

Emergency Services agents work to extinguish the fire on the ship Awadi, in the port of Ribeira, on September 2, 2025, in Ribeira, A Coruña, Galicia (Spain). The vessel Awadi is burning in the port of Ribeira since yesterday Monday afternoon. The fire has originated in the engine room while repair work was being carried out. The high temperature at which the ship is located is hindering the extinguishing tasks. Photo by Elena Fernandez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Ship Continues To Burn In The Port Of Ribeira - Spain

Emergency Services agents work to extinguish the fire on the ship Awadi, in the port of Ribeira, on September 2, 2025, in Ribeira, A Coruña, Galicia (Spain). The vessel Awadi is burning in the port of Ribeira since yesterday Monday afternoon. The fire has originated in the engine room while repair work was being carried out. The high temperature at which the ship is located is hindering the extinguishing tasks. Photo by Elena Fernandez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Ship Continues To Burn In The Port Of Ribeira - Spain

Emergency Services agents work to extinguish the fire on the ship Awadi, in the port of Ribeira, on September 2, 2025, in Ribeira, A Coruña, Galicia (Spain). The vessel Awadi is burning in the port of Ribeira since yesterday Monday afternoon. The fire has originated in the engine room while repair work was being carried out. The high temperature at which the ship is located is hindering the extinguishing tasks. Photo by Elena Fernandez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Ship Continues To Burn In The Port Of Ribeira - Spain

Emergency Services agents work to extinguish the fire on the ship Awadi, in the port of Ribeira, on September 2, 2025, in Ribeira, A Coruña, Galicia (Spain). The vessel Awadi is burning in the port of Ribeira since yesterday Monday afternoon. The fire has originated in the engine room while repair work was being carried out. The high temperature at which the ship is located is hindering the extinguishing tasks. Photo by Elena Fernandez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Ship Continues To Burn In The Port Of Ribeira - Spain

Emergency Services agents work to extinguish the fire on the ship Awadi, in the port of Ribeira, on September 2, 2025, in Ribeira, A Coruña, Galicia (Spain). The vessel Awadi is burning in the port of Ribeira since yesterday Monday afternoon. The fire has originated in the engine room while repair work was being carried out. The high temperature at which the ship is located is hindering the extinguishing tasks. Photo by Elena Fernandez/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Spain: Second Wildfire Breaks Out in Málaga’s Monte Coronado

On Monday, September 1, a second forest fire of the day broke out in the province of Málaga. After a fire in Benalmádena was reported, the new blaze broke out in the capital’s Monte Coronado area.

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Situation 2 in Pobra Do Brollón Fire Cancelled - Spain

A tree still burning on August 26, 2025, in Margaride de Lor, Lugo, Galicia (Spain). Conditions seem to be improving in the province of Lugo, which has been particularly hard hit these days by the wave of fires that has been raging in Galicia for the past two weeks. Thus, Situation 2 has already been deactivated in A Pobra do Brollón and the fire originated in A Fonsagrada has been considered stabilized. Photo by Adrian Irago/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Situation 2 in Pobra Do Brollón Fire Cancelled - Spain

A tree still burning on August 26, 2025, in Margaride de Lor, Lugo, Galicia (Spain). Conditions seem to be improving in the province of Lugo, which has been particularly hard hit these days by the wave of fires that has been raging in Galicia for the past two weeks. Thus, Situation 2 has already been deactivated in A Pobra do Brollón and the fire originated in A Fonsagrada has been considered stabilized. Photo by Adrian Irago/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Smoke From Pickett Fire Blankets Sky in Napa County

The Pickett Fire, a fast-growing wildfire, erupted in Napa County, Northern California, on Thursday, August 21, burning more than 6,500 acres by Sunday. Evacuation orders and warnings remained in effect and over 300 residents were without power. This video, filmed on Friday, shows smoke from the fire covering the sky in Calistoga.

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US: Pickett Fire Prompts Evacuations in Napa County, California 3

The Pickett Fire, a fast-growing wildfire, erupted in Napa County, Northern California, on Thursday, August 21, burning more than 3,200 acres by Friday evening. Authorities have issued evacuation orders, but no injuries or structural damage have been reported.

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US: Pickett Fire Prompts Evacuations in Napa County, California 2

The Pickett Fire, a fast-growing wildfire, erupted in Napa County, Northern California, on Thursday, August 21, burning more than 3,200 acres by Friday evening. Authorities have issued evacuation orders, but no injuries or structural damage have been reported.

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US: Pickett Fire Prompts Evacuations in Napa County, California

The Pickett Fire, a fast-growing wildfire, erupted in Napa County, Northern California, on Thursday, burning more than 2,100 acres by early Friday. Authorities have issued evacuation orders, but no injuries or structural damage have been reported.