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Northeast and California Wildfires

Wildfires rage across the Northeast and California, causing devastation, fatalities, and air quality concerns.

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Climate ChangeEnvironmentWildfiresSafetyWeatherFires

National Weather ServiceMassachusettsAssociated Press

Maura HealeyDustin Gardner

What factors are expected to prolong the fire season?: The dry conditions and lack of rainfall since September are expected to prolong the fire season until significant precipitation or frost arrives.
What tragic incident occurred near the New York-New Jersey border?: A fire near the New York-New Jersey border tragically claimed the life of a parks employee, highlighting the dangers faced by firefighters battling blazes.
How many fires were reported in Massachusetts, and what was the cause?: In Massachusetts, over 200 fires, all attributed to human causes, prompted Governor Maura Healey to urge residents to avoid open flames.
Where did new wildfires break out and what conditions contributed to their spread?: New wildfires broke out across the Northeast, fueled by dry weather and strong winds, causing poor air quality and prompting health advisories.
What is the status of the Mountain fire in California, and what impact did it have?: The Mountain fire in Ventura County, California, is about half contained after forcing thousands to evacuate and destroying nearly 200 structures.

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