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wildfire

[wahyld-fahyuhr] / ˈwaɪldˌfaɪər /




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Increasingly frequent wildfire has further stressed their habitat.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

It's been a happy ending for the eggs of an elusive bird that were just inches from the flames of a large wildfire earlier this year.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Officials recently altered a program that charges polluters, which analysts estimate will result in a cut of $200 million for California’s annual wildfire prevention budget.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Among the critics is Pratt, a registered Republican, who launched a longshot campaign for mayor in January, on the anniversary of that wildfire that destroyed his home.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

“The wildfire burned out of control for sixteen days,” said Akira.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz




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