Forest Service announces temporary closure of portions of Blue Ridge Parkway due to fire
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The Blue Ridge Parkway will close from milepost 66.3 to milepost 85.9 tonight until further notice. Visitors should plan for a detour.
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Smoke in region due to shift in wind, active wildfires throughout Virginia
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There is a significant haze in the area due to smoke from active wildfires in Virginia.
Matts Creek fire disrupts visitation to James River Face Wilderness trails
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A Bedford County fire is leading to some trail closures on National Forest lands as 57 firefighters and support staff work to try to extinguish the flames.
Federal jury convicts Virginia man for possessing a firearm as convicted felon
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A federal jury convicted a Virginia man for possessing a firearm as a previously convicted felon.
Mel Gurtov: Cease fire in Gaza? Obstacles and opportunities for Israel, Hamas
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Appeals for a cease fire in Israel’s war with Hamas are growing louder.
Fire Marshal: Burn ban issued in City of Waynesboro ‘until further notice’
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The City of Waynesboro has issued an open burning ban running from 5 p.m. tonight until further notice.
Crews fighting Matts Creek Fire in Bedford County: Burning on 15 acres, 0 percent contained
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Forty firefighters and support staff are working to get control of the Matts Creek Fire, which is burning on 15 acres south of the James River in Bedford County within the James River Face Wilderness on the Jefferson National Forest.
Staunton Fire & Rescue issues citywide burn ban due to drought conditions
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Staunton Fire & Rescue has responded to numerous brush and wood fires over the past week due in large part to the drought conditions in the region.
George Washington & Jefferson National Forest issues Stage 1 fire restriction order
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The USDA Forest Service is implementing a Stage 1 fire restriction in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest through Dec. 31.
Lack of rain fueling wildfires throughout Virginia; all outdoor burning should be delayed
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The Virginia Department of Forestry continues to battle several wildfires in central and southwest Virginia.
