Heatwave Scorches Western US, Raising Risk of Hazardous Fire Conditions The western United States is no stranger to wildfires, but this year's heatwave has brought an unprecedented level of danger to parts of Oregon and Washington.
Temperatures are soaring towards record highs, prompting officials to sound the alarm about the potential for catastrophic fires that could ravage entire regions.
Recent wildfire seasons have been devastating, with acres upon acres reduced to charred rubble.