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Wildfire In Southern Idaho Is Growing Quickly
July 10, 2012 Firefighters have been able to make progress against blazes in other Western states. But the Kinyon Road Fire in Idaho has doubled in size since Sunday.
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Heat Waves, Power Outages, Wildfires: The Misery Continues
July 5, 2012 Though there's some good news about progress fighting fires in the West and restoring power in the East, that's small comfort to millions who are still suffering.
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Fewer Fireworks This July 4th; Wildfires, Drought And Derecho To Blame
July 3, 2012 Many towns, counties and cities are canceling fireworks celebrations or banning personal use of fireworks. But the show is set to go on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Want to get in a patriotic mood? Check the PBS video from 2007.
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Colorado Springs Blaze 70 Percent Contained
July 3, 2012 Firefighters achieved a "major breakthrough" when they doused a hot spot. But the crash of one Air Force tanker forced the temporary grounding of some other such aircraft.
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As Wildfires Rage, 'A Helpless Feeling'
June 13, 2012 There are now at least 19 large wildfires burning in nine Western states. As the blazes rage in Colorado, New Mexico and elsewhere, firefighters are battling against dry weather and gusty winds.