"Escalating Heatwave Fuels Massive Wildfire Threat Near Fort Worth"

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A large wildfire, known as the Storage fire, is spreading west of Fort Worth, Texas, with about 600 acres burned and 40% containment. The ongoing heatwave has increased the risk of wildfires across the state, with at least 59 counties implementing burn bans. The fire is threatening around 10 homes, but no injuries or significant property damage have been reported. The cause of the fire is believed to be human-caused, and firefighters are urging caution ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, as fireworks and other human activities can easily spark fires.
Topics:nation#firefighters#fort-worth#heatwave#natural-disasters#texas-aandm-forest-service#wildfire
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