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Wildfires spread in Washington and Oregon
Major wildfires in the Pacific Northwest have displaced over 65,000 residents and destroyed hundreds of structures across Washington and Oregon, burning more than 250,000 acres. In Washington, three fires collectively known as the Spokane Area Fire remain uncontained, threatening homes and requiring firefighting efforts from over 900 personnel. The region has experienced more than 330 wildfires this season, causing significant destruction and unhealthy air quality from smoke. The fires are fueled by prolonged heatwaves, dry conditions, and lightning, with the wildfire season surpassing 2 million acres burned before August.
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