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News in English (USA) / 19.02.2026 / 17:00

Wildfires Rage Across Oklahoma and Kansas, Prompting State of Emergency and Evacuations

More than 150,000 acres have been scorched in Oklahoma and Kansas due to fast-moving wildfires, exacerbated by fierce winds and critical fire weather conditions. Governor Stitt has declared a state of emergency as multiple fires, including the Ranger Road Fire, continue to grow, prompting mass evacuations in affected areas. Fire crews have faced injuries while battling the flames, with several firefighters hurt in the Oklahoma Panhandle. As hundreds flee from towns like Tyrone, officials urge residents to remain vigilant as dangerous fire weather persists across the Central Plains.
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