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A lack of rain has left extremely dry conditions all over Northeast Florida. | Dan Scanlan, Jacksonville Today
June 18, 2024

Wildfire dangers rising in parched Northeast Florida

Northeast Florida is experiencing some of the driest conditions in the state, and the threat of wildfires could become serious…

By Dan Scanlan

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The Sandy Fire burns in the Big Cypress National Preserve in 2023. Fire officials say lighting started the blaze, which charred nearly 10,000 acres and reduced visibility along roadways. | Matt Counts, National Park Service
April 12, 2024

State warns of wildfire risk despite wetter winter

Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson said people should limit debris on their properties as wildfire season begins.…

By News Service of Florida

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October 3, 2023

Canadian wildfires send dangerous smoke to Florida

A smoky haze can be seen over much of Florida, including the First Coast. Air quality in some areas has reached…

By Riley Hazel - Storm Center

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The Red Cross is sending Tyler Smith from Jacksonville to Hawaii to assist with wildfire recovery. l Steven Ponson, WJCT News 89.9.
August 11, 2023

Jacksonville man headed to Hawaii to help with wildfires

Tyler Smith of the American Red Cross will be deployed to Hawaii for three weeks to help with recovery from…

By Steven Ponson

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