Massive Bootleg Fire burns in Oregon as officials seek outside help; smoke seen as far as New York Doyle Rice, USA TODAY
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A massive wildfire in Oregon that s grown to about half the size of Rhode Island has prompted fire officials to call for help from outside the Pacific Northwest to prepare for additional blazes across the parched state.
The Bootleg Fire, now some 606 square miles in size, is burning 300 miles southeast of Portland in and around the Fremont-Winema National Forest, a vast expanse of old-growth forest, lakes and wildlife refuges. Fortunately, the fire is located in a remote area away from population masses.
Massive Bootleg Fire burns in Oregon as officials seek outside help
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