forest fire
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In October, at the peak of Oktoberfest celebrations, a forest fire closed a major highway funneling visitors across the Cascades.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 21, 2025
On average, said Nadeau, the firefighters had lead and mercury levels three and five times higher, respectively, than a control group of firefighters who fought a forest fire alone.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2025
In the Valparaiso region, which includes Viña del Mar and Quilpué, forest fire experts say unregulated development has made cities and towns particularly vulnerable to wildfires.
From New York Times • Mar. 16, 2024
It is believed to be the deadliest forest fire on record.
From BBC • Feb. 4, 2024
If my head was on fire before, this turns me into a full-body forest fire.
From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell
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