The heat wave hitting the northwestern U.S. and Canada has been shattering records, with temperatures 30 degrees Fahrenheit or more above normal. …
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Fire Scientists Call on the West to Ditch the Fireworks This July 4
Historic heat waves, drought and dry vegetation are a bad combination. What's even worse? Adding fireworks into the mix. While explosive light shows remain a popular way to commemorate the Fourth of July holiday, fire scientists and officials urge a common-sense approach for the West.
Some cities across the American west are banning fireworks ahead of the Fourth of July weekend amid fears that pyrotechnics could spark catastrophic wildfires during a historic heatwave.
Research shows that more fires are ignited on July 4 than any other day of the year. The United States is hot and dry. Large portions of the West are …
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