‘Code orange’ alert issued for air quality in Virginia, West Virginia due to wildfires
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Air quality in Virginia and West Virginia continues to be an issue today, according to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality.
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Department of Forestry update on efforts to fight several Virginia wildfires
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Since the start of the fall fire season on Oct. 15, the Virginia Department of Forestry has responded to 113 wildfires that have burned more than 12,000 acres.
Update: Vehicle fire sparks brush fire on Afton Mountain off Interstate 64
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A truck fire on Interstate 64 on Afton Mountain is backing up traffic for drivers heading west toward the Valley.
Virginia DEQ issues ‘code red’ alert for region for unhealthy air quality due to wildfires
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The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has issued a Code Red Air Quality Action Day for Fine Particulates for much of Virginia through midnight.
Quaker Run Fire: Farmers, community members rally to assist firefighters
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As the Quaker Run fire inched closer to the Syria community, local farmers and residents mobilized to help fire crews.
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.
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.
