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US: Smoke From Wildfires Blankets Central Washington Sky Amid Red Flag Warning

Wildfires, including the Labor Mountain Fire and Lower Sugarloaf Fire, have raged in Chelan County, central Washington, as of Thursday, September 25. Smoke from the fires covered the sky in Wenatchee. A Red Flag warning was in effect due to strong winds and dry conditions, prompting authorities to expand Level 3 evacuation areas due to the blazes.

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Greece: Massive Fire Burns Forests on Chios, Prompting Evacuations

Strong wildfires, stoked by fierce winds and dry conditions, continue to rage in several parts of Greece, forcing thousands to evacuate and triggering road closures, power cuts and emergency rescues. On the island of Chios in the northern Aegean, a massive fire burned forests and farmland, forcing the evacuation of Volissos and other areas, while the coast guard rescued people who were trapped on beaches.

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Turkey: Wildfire Spreads in Edirne’s Enez, 15 Injured and Thousands Evacuated 2

A forest fire that broke out in Büyükevren and Gülçavuş, Edirne, Turkey, grew due to strong winds, forcing the evacuation of nearly 2,700 people from coastal part of the area. The fire injured 15 people and damaged several homes.

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Turkey: Wildfire Spreads in Edirne’s Enez, 15 Injured and Thousands Evacuated

A forest fire that broke out in Büyükevren and Gülçavuş, Edirne, Turkey, grew due to strong winds, forcing the evacuation of nearly 2,700 people from coastal part of the area. The fire injured 15 people and damaged several homes.

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Greece: Massive Wildfire Rages in Zakynthos, Forceing Evacuations

A massive wildfire raged on Zakynthos, a Greek tourist island, on Tuesday, August 12, forcing the evacuation of residents and visitors and damaging several homes and businesses.

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Spain: Fire Erupts in Leganés, No Injuries and Damage Reported

A fire broke out in Leganés, near Madrid, on the morning of Friday, August 1. The flames erupted in an area of bush and dry vegetation between Salvador Allende Street and Ronda Oeste. The blaze was brought under control around 1 p.m. No injuries or damage were reported at the time of writing.

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US: Forsyth Fire Continues to Rage in Utah, Burning Nearly 14,000 Acres

The Forsyth Fire, a lightning-caused wildfire, continued to rage in Washington County, southwestern Utah, scorching nearly 14,000 acres as of Thursday, July 10. Thick smoke from the fire was seen rising above the St. George and surrounding areas, reducing visibility and air quality.

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France: Wildfire Continues to Rage Near Narbonne, Aude 2

A wildfire raged in Aude near Narbonne on Monday, July 7, burning nearly 2,100 hectares as of Wednesday. Roads were closed and residents in surrounding areas were advised to remain inside.

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US: Hope Fire Rages Near Kettle Falls, Washington, Burning About 7,000 Acres

The Hope Fire continued to rage between Kettle Falls and Northport, Washington, burning nearly 7,000 acres with no containment of the fire as of Thursday, July 10. Level 3 evacuations have been in effect and the fire cause is currently under investigation.

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France: Wildfire Continues to Rage Near Narbonne, Aude

A wildfire raged in Aude near Narbonne on Monday, July 7, burning nearly 2,000 hectares as of Tuesday. Roads were closed and residents in surrounding areas were advised to remain inside.

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US: Rancho Fire Breaks Out in Laguna Beach, California, Prompting Evacuations

The Rancho Fire, a brush fire suspected to have been caused by fireworks, broke out in Laguna Beach, southern California on Monday, July 7, prompting evacuation orders.

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Izmir Wildfires - Turkey

A man beats back flames sweeping through dry vegetation in Odemis, Izmir, Turkey, July 3, 2025. The fire was part of a series of blazes that killed two people and forced thousands to evacuate across the region. Photo by Berkcan Zengin/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Izmir Wildfires - Turkey

A man beats back flames sweeping through dry vegetation in Odemis, Izmir, Turkey, July 3, 2025. The fire was part of a series of blazes that killed two people and forced thousands to evacuate across the region. Photo by Berkcan Zengin/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Izmir Wildfires - Turkey

A man beats back flames sweeping through dry vegetation in Odemis, Izmir, Turkey, July 3, 2025. The fire was part of a series of blazes that killed two people and forced thousands to evacuate across the region. Photo by Berkcan Zengin/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Greece: Rafina Wildfire Sparks Immediate Response, Closes Roads in East Attica

Wildfire raged in East Attica, Greece, in town of Rafina, east of the greater Athens area, prompting an immediate and massive response by firefighting units and aerial support and leading to road closures on Thursday, July 3.

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Turkey: Wildfire Rages in Antakya, Forcing 1,500 People to Evacuate 5

A wildfire that broke out in the Karaali neighborhood of Antakya’s central district continued to burn on Tuesday, July 1, spreading to the Oğlakören and Üçgedik neighborhoods due to strong winds. Wildfires have been raging across Turkey, forcing tens of thousands to flee their homes. In Hatay Province’s Antakya district, the blaze began on Sunday and intensified as strong winds fanned the flames, prompting the evacuation of around 1,500 residents from three neighborhoods.

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UK: Roads Closed as ‘Extremely Serious’ Wildfires Rage in Scottish Highlands and Moray

'Extremely serious' wildfires raged in Highland and neighbouring Moray in Scotland as of Monday, July 1. Several road closures remained in place, and members of the public were urged to avoid travelling to the areas impacted.

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Turkey: Wildfire Rages in Antakya, Forcing 1,500 People to Evacuate 3

A wildfire that broke out in the Karaali neighborhood of Antakya’s central district continued to burn on Tuesday, July 1, spreading to the Oğlakören and Üçgedik neighborhoods due to strong winds. Wildfires have been raging across Turkey, forcing tens of thousands to flee their homes. In Hatay Province’s Antakya district, the blaze began on Sunday and intensified as strong winds fanned the flames, prompting the evacuation of around 1,500 residents from three neighborhoods.

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Turkey: Wildfire Rages in Antakya, Forcing 1,500 People to Evacuate 2

A wildfire that broke out in the Karaali neighborhood of Antakya’s central district continued to burn on Tuesday, July 1, spreading to the Oğlakören and Üçgedik neighborhoods due to strong winds. Wildfires have been raging across Turkey, forcing tens of thousands to flee their homes. In Hatay Province’s Antakya district, the blaze began on Sunday and intensified as strong winds fanned the flames, prompting the evacuation of around 1,500 residents from three neighborhoods.

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Turkey: Wildfire Rages in Antakya, Forcing 1,500 People to Evacuate

Wildfires have raged across Turkey, forcing tens of thousands of people, mostly from the western province of Izmir, to evacuate as of Monday, June 30. In Antakya, Hatay Province, a wildfire erupted on Sunday, prompting 1,500 residents in three neighborhoods to evacuate as strong winds fanned the flames.

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Greece: Wildfire Erupts in Laconia, Very High Fire Risk Continues in Peloponnese

Wildfires raged in several places in the Peloponnese peninsula in southern Greece, where a very high risk of forest fires is still predicted. On Monday, June 23, a wildfire erupted in the agricultural forest area in Karavostasi, Laconia, prompting residents to be on alert.

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US: Table Rock State Park Fire Continues to Burn in South Carolina 2

The Table Rock Fire in Pickens County in Upstate South Carolina, have burned over 2,300 acres. Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency on Saturday, March 22.

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US: Smoke From Table Rock Fire Spreads Over Nature Preserve in South Carolina

The Table Rock Fire in Pickens County, South Carolina Upstate, continued to burn, resulting in over 1,100 acres burned with zero percent containment as of Tuesday, March 25. Governor Henry McMaster has declared a state of emergency. Authorities have accused four teenagers of starting the fire. This video shows the substantial smoke from the Table Rock Fire, as seen at Bunched Arrowhead Heritage Preserve.

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US: Table Rock State Park Fire Continues to Burn in South Carolina

The Table Rock Fire in Pickens County and the Persimmon Ridge Fire in Greenville County, both in Upstate South Carolina, continued to burn, resulting in over 2,000 acres burned as of Monday, March 24. Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency. This video shows heavy smoke from the fire in Pickens County on Sunday.

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US: Destructive Winds Fuel Oklahoma Wildfires, Causing Widespread Damage

Destructive high winds swept across Oklahoma on Friday, March 14, blowing massive dust, fueling wildfires and causing multiple deaths in vehicle crashes and pile-ups. Hundreds of homes and structures were destroyed and at least 170,000 acres were burned after wildfires broke out in the state, prompting evacuations amid extreme fire weather conditions through the weekend.

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US: Brush Fire Breaks Out in Brookfield, Wisconsin, Prompting Evacuation

A brush fire broke out in Brookfield, Wisconsin, on Sunday, March 9, threatening homes and businesses and prompting evacuations as a precaution. No injuries were reported.

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US: Myrtle Beach Engulfed in Smoke as Carolina Forest Wildfire Rages

A massive wildfire raging in Carolina Forest, South Carolina, scorched over 2,000 acres near Myrtle Beach as of Monday, March 3, forcing evacuations. Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency as more than 100 fires burned across the state.

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US: Carolina Forest Fire Grows As South Carolina Battles Wildfires 4

Residents were forced to evacuate as a massive wildfire broke out in Carolina Forest, South Carolina, burning 1,600 acres near Myrtle Beach as of Sunday, March 2. Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency as more than 100 fires continued to burn across the state due to unusually dry conditions and gusty winds.

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US: Carolina Forest Fire Grows As South Carolina Battles Wildfires 3

Residents were forced to evacuate as a massive wildfire broke out in Carolina Forest, South Carolina, burning 1,600 acres near Myrtle Beach as of Sunday, March 2. Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency as more than 100 fires continued to burn across the state due to unusually dry conditions and gusty winds.

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US: Carolina Forest Fire Grows As South Carolina Battles Wildfires 2

Residents were forced to evacuate as a massive wildfire broke out in Carolina Forest, South Carolina, burning 1,600 acres near Myrtle Beach as of Sunday, March 2. Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency as more than 100 fires continued to burn across the state due to unusually dry conditions and gusty winds.

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US: Carolina Forest Fire Grows As South Carolina Battles Wildfires

Residents were forced to evacuate as a massive wildfire broke out in Carolina Forest, South Carolina, burning 1,600 acres near Myrtle Beach as of Sunday, March 2. Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency as more than 100 fires continued to burn across the state due to unusually dry conditions and gusty winds.

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US: Border 2 Fire Continues To Threaten Communities In San Diego County 2

The Border 2 Fire, a brush fire that broke out on Otay Mountain near the U.S.-Mexico border in San Diego County on Thursday afternoon, January 23, had burned more than 6,625 acres and was 10% contained as of Sunday. Evacuation orders and warnings remained in effect for residents living near the blaze.

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US: Border 2 Fire Continues To Threaten Communities In San Diego County 3

The Border 2 Fire, a brush fire that broke out on Otay Mountain near the U.S.-Mexico border in San Diego County on Thursday afternoon, January 23, had burned more than 6,625 acres and was 10% contained as of Sunday. Evacuation orders and warnings remained in effect for residents living near the blaze.

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US: Border 2 Fire Continues To Threaten Communities In San Diego County

The Border 2 Fire, a brush fire that broke out on Otay Mountain near the U.S.-Mexico border in San Diego County on Thursday afternoon, January 23, had burned more than 6,600 acres as of Saturday. Evacuation orders and warnings remained in effect for residents living near the blaze.