Hot and dry conditions, high winds fuel wildfires in the West
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Hot and dry conditions across most of the West continue to fuel dozens of wildfires. All told, active fires have consumed more than 900,000 acres so far. Carter Evans reports the weather is now kicking up blinding dust storms in the Southwest.
Breakdown
- Hot, dry conditions and high winds are fueling dozens of wildfires in the western US.
- Over 900,000 acres have been burned and 51 large fires are active. 6s
- Dust storms have caused near-zero visibility and flight delays in the Southwest. 19s
- Thousands of homes remain threatened, but proactive measures have saved many structures. 57s
- Improved weather and strong firefighting resources are aiding containment efforts. 1m 26s