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Fires in Massachusetts cause 5 towns to declare a state of emergency. Here's where
Five towns have declared a state of emergency. They include Boxford, Middleton, North Reading, North Andover, and Danvers. More than 500 acres were scorched during a blaze this week at Boxford State Forest.
5 takeaways as firefighters battle widespread wildfires in Mass.
With rain in the forecast, we may finally see an end to the wildfires that have burned in Massachusetts this fall. Here are five takeaways from an expert on how to stay safe during these fires
Massachusetts wildfire smoke to hit Dutchess County
A wildfire is expected to affect air quality in Dutchess County, firefighters and state officials said. Smoke is spreading from the Butternut Forest Fire in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, said the Union Vale Fire Department in Dutchess County.
Massachusetts wildfire burns at Blue Hills Reservation. Here's what to know today
A major brush fire erupted at Blue Hills Reservation on Monday night, and crews continued to battle the blaze Tuesday. The fire sparked Monday night near Houghton's Pond and quickly grew to more than 40 acres off Hillside Street, according to Wicked Local partner WCVB Channel 5.
More rain needed to end wildfire danger in Mass.
Thursday's rain may help prevent new fires in Massachusetts, but it'll take more of a soaking to get the state out of the danger zone when it comes to the already burning wildfires.
Wildfires rage in Massachusetts and New York, rain offers hope
"This much-needed rain will help alleviate ongoing wildfires and current drought conditions, with up to two inches of rain expected in the Mid-Hudson, New York City, and Capital Regions," Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a statement. New York State remains under a burn ban until Nov. 30 due to the increased fire risk.
Ongoing Massachusetts wildfires strain local fire departments
Massachusetts wildfires are overwhelming local fire departments, stretching resources thin as crews battle blazes in Lynn and Middleton, with mutual aid maxed out.
Rain helping crews in wildfire battle
Thursday's rain is a welcome sight for crews battling dozens of brush fires across Massachusetts. While the rain is helpful, it's not entirely wiping out the wildfire threat.
Fire chief reassures kids near 1,100-acre wildfire in Massachusetts: "It's gonna be safe."
A Massachusetts fire chief wants children near the Great Barrington wildfire to know that everything is going to be OK.
Entire state of Massachusetts under red flag warnings as Northeast wildfire outbreak persists
Firefighters battling an outbreak of wildfires across the Northeast amid a historic autumn drought could get some relief from ...
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Butternut Fire continues to smolder through the rain; officials estimate 1,200 acres have burned
Firefighters are continuing to battle a massive wildfire in and around Great Barrington, Massachusetts burning since Monday.
Forecasted rain a welcome relief to those feeling the effects from wildfire smoke in Massachusetts
As rain is in the forecast for much of Massachusetts on Thursday, those on the North Shore and Merrimack Valley are welcoming ...
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Wildfire on East Mountain in Great Barrington burns 100 acres, no injuries reported
Fire crews overnight have been battling a wildfire on East Mountain that appears to have started around midnight Tuesday.
Most of Massachusetts under 'critical' drought, one step from 'emergency'
With 37 active wildfires across the state, Massachusetts officials said Tuesday that more of the state is now in critical ...
Map shows brush fires growing in Massachusetts as drought continues
NORTH ANDOVER - Some brush fires burning in Massachusetts grew rapidly on Tuesday as the state waits another day for ...
Over 150 homes evacuated as wildfire risk persists across historically dry Northeast
An elevated risk for the spread of wildfires continues Monday as swathes of the Northeast grapples with blazes, winds, and ...