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Wildfires Rage Across 11 States, 2,600 Acres Consumed

7/13/2025

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Firefighters Battle Wildfires

Wildfires are raging across 11 states in the American West, fueled by scorching temperatures and parched conditions. Evacuations have been ordered at Colorado's Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Arizona's Grand Canyon as flames consume over 2,600 acres. With more than 11,400 brave firefighters battling the infernos, the fight against nature's fury intensifies under extreme heat warnings.

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Firefighters Combat Blaze

Mandatory evacuations are underway at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon as the White Sage Fire rages on, consuming around 1,000 acres with no end in sight. Firefighters are battling the blaze with aerial support, but extreme heat and thick smoke threaten the safety of hikers. Meanwhile, Highway 89A remains closed, adding to the chaos.

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Firefighters Battle Wildfires

Wildfires are raging across 11 states in the American West, fueled by scorching temperatures and parched conditions. Evacuations have been ordered at Colorado's Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Arizona's Grand Canyon as flames consume over 2,600 acres. With more than 11,400 brave firefighters battling the infernos, the fight against nature's fury intensifies under extreme heat warnings.

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