Wildfires Burn 150,000+ Acres Across Oklahoma and Kansas, Triggering Emergency Declarations

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Wildfires Burn 150,000+ Acres Across Oklahoma and Kansas, Triggering Emergency Declarations
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Wildfires in eastern Oklahoma and parts of Kansas have scorched more than 150,000 acres, injuring four firefighters in Beaver County and destroying eight structures in Texas and Woodward Counties. Gov. Kevin Stitt declared a state of emergency for three counties as crews battle wind-driven fires under Red Flag conditions; evacuations occurred in Woodward, and FEMA aid is being sought while authorities warn of rapid spread due to gusty winds and low humidity.

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