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Apr 29, 2016

After Nearly Two Weeks Of Flames, The Rocky Mount Fire Is 90 Percent Contained

About 209 workers are currently focusing efforts “on hazard reduction and suppression repair.”

Apr 22, 2016

Rocky Mount Fire Grows To Nearly 8,000 Acres

Officials estimate that the blaze won’t die down until next week.

Apr 21, 2016

Through Windy Conditions, Fire Crews Are Working To Contain The Rocky Mount Fire

More than 260 personnel have stopped the spread of fires in several dozen areas, according to park officials.

Apr 20, 2016

[UPDATED] Wildfire At Shenandoah National Park Spreads To More Than 5,000 Acres

The fire is under investigation, but it was likely caused by human activity.

 
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