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Large tundra wildfire in southwest Alaska threatens villages

In this aerial photo provided by the BLM Alaska Fire Service, the east side of the East Fork Fire is seen near St. Mary's, Alaska, on June 9, 2022. The largest documented wildfire ever burning through tundra in southwest Alaska is within miles of two Alaska Native villages, prompting dozens of residents with respiratory problems to voluntarily evacuate. (BLM Alaska Fire Service via AP)
Large tundra wildfire in southwest Alaska threatens villages