Wildfires Plague Town in Texas Panhandle
http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/weather/04/05/texas.wildfires/index.html?eref=rss_us
Over 12,000 acres in the Texas Panhandle have been destroyed because of wildfire. Eight homes have also been destroyed. The wildfires began Saturday afternoon in Wheeler. 300 homes and 60 businesses were threatened after the fires were fueled by high winds. 200 residents form the town of 1,400 were forced to evacuate. Authorities think the fire was started because of a down power line.
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When I hear of nature disasters like this, I am thankful we live in a relatively natural disaster free area. I think I can deal with bitter cold over devastating fires, hurricanes, and floods any day!
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