Spring wildfires in the Eastern US got off to a roaring start this year

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By Katie MyersApr 25, 2023, 10:45 am153 pts
Spring fire season is a regular occurrence in the eastern U.S. It’s not nearly as dramatic as what’s seen across the West, mostly due to the region’s increased rainfall and high humidity, but it can cause serious damage. Wildfires have scorched 351,821 acres so far this year, and firefighters throughout…

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