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Natural Disasters & Weather Related Current Events
- Thread starter Let God Arise
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Western North Carolina, still recovering after hurricane Helene, got struck by a wildfire.
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According to data from the National Interagency Fire Center, the average area burned by wildfires in the United States is around 7 million acres per year.
Key points about US wildfire statistics:
Key points about US wildfire statistics:
- Average number of wildfires: Approximately 70,000 wildfires occur annually.
- Recent trend: In 2023, the total acres burned were significantly lower than the 10-year average.
- State with most fires: California typically experiences the most wildfires and acres burned.