In Washington state, thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate as wildfires intensify

In this northwestern state, which has been experiencing drought for the fourth consecutive year, more than 80.9 thousand hectares have burned.

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“Our record drought and strong winds create dangerous conditions throughout the state,” said Governor Bob Ferguson in a statement, adding that open fires and agricultural burning are prohibited until the end of September.

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