Wildfires Fueled by Dry Conditions Quickly Spread Across Texas and Oklahoma
A strong storm driving gusty winds and dry air across a parched landscape was fueling dangerous fire conditions across a wide swath of the country, from eastern New Mexico and Colorado to parts of the Midwest. Forecasters warned that more outbreaks appeared likely going into the weekend.
Powerful winds drive wildfires across Oklahoma: Homes threatened, evacuation orders issued
By Friday afternoon, nearly 75,000 Oklahomans were without power, eight fire warnings had been issued, and several evacuations were ordered.
Wildfires erupt in Oklahoma, Texas amid extreme fire weather conditions
The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center warned of "near historic" fire conditions in the Plains.
Wildfire outbreak threatens Oklahoma towns as extreme fire conditions persist: Recap
The NWS has issued red flag and high wind warnings for portions of Oklahoma on Friday. Residents should stay aware and take precautions.
Dry conditions, powerful winds brought a wildfire outbreak to parts of Oklahoma
Dry conditions and powerful winds brought an outbreak of wildfires throughout parts of Oklahoma on Friday that prompted evacuations, damaged buildings, and left thousands without power.
Wildfires break out in Texas, southern plains amid dry, gusty conditions
A blaze in Roberts County, Texas, northeast of Amarillo, quickly blew up from less than a square mile to an estimated 14.8 square miles, the Texas
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