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US wildfire season surpasses 10-year average with 99 large fires

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The U.S. wildfire season is exceeding the 10-year average, with 99 large fires currently burning across the country. Washington and Oregon are particularly affected, experiencing evacuations, power outages, and significant acreage loss. Oregon has already set a modern record for acres burned this year, with nearly two months remaining in the traditional fire season. Climate change is identified as a contributing factor to the increased frequency and intensity of these wildfires. AI

RANK_REASON The article reports on a widespread natural disaster event impacting multiple states and exceeding historical averages, with clear implications for public safety and infrastructure. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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US wildfire season surpasses 10-year average with 99 large fires

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Rebecca Falconer ·

    U.S. wildfire season exceeds 10-year average as 99 large fires burn

    <p><a href="https://www.axios.com/energy-climate/extreme-weather" target="_blank">Wildfires</a> in Washington and Oregon have forced evacuations, caused power outages and burned hundreds of thousands of acres as firefighters battle dozens of massive fires across the Pacific North…

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