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Two major wildfires in the US West, including a 'megafire' at the Grand Canyon, are creating 'fire clouds' that generate erratic weather, complicating firefighting efforts amid extreme drought and dry conditions, with significant impacts on local communities and safety.
Oregon is battling eight major wildfires, including the 132,528-acre Cow Valley Fire, now classified as a "megafire." Despite a brief respite from hot, dry weather, the state faces an ominous forecast with potential lightning and high temperatures. Governor Tina Kotek has declared an extended state of emergency and invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act to bring additional resources. The fires have consumed about 250,000 acres, injured four people, and destroyed four structures. Firefighting efforts are bolstered by resources from multiple states and Canadian provinces.