Wildfires occur on every continent except Antarctica

Wildfires are a common occurrence in Australia especially during the long hot summers usually experienced in the southern regions such a Victoria(...)

In the United States, there are typically between 60,000 and 80,000 wildfires that occur each year, burning 3 million to 10 million acres of land depending on the year. Fossil records and human history contain accounts of wildfires, as wildfires can occur in periodic intervals.

Wildfires can cause extensive damage, both to property and human life...


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