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Nebraska wildfire fight drags into day 7 as winds ease, but danger still looms
The largest fire in Nebraska history has burned over 1,000 square miles with only 16% containment, as firefighters continue efforts amid changing wind conditions.
- Firefighters and volunteers have been battling wildfires in western and central Nebraska for seven days, including the state's largest fire, which has burned vast grassland and caused one death.
- David Boyd, a spokesman for the coalition, said that while winds have lessened to gusts of up to 30 miles per hour, drying and heating conditions continue to raise concerns about fire spread.
- The largest fire, spanning parts of five counties and stretching over 80 miles from Bridgeport to Lake Ogallala, remains a significant threat.
- Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen stated that progress has been made but the wildfire fight is ongoing.
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L 64%
C 18%
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