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Senator Reid makes statement on Washoe Fire (click here)

Published: 1/19 4:19 pm

Updated: 1/19 4:24 pm

RENO, Nev. (KRNV & MyNews4.com) - Senator Harry Reid made the following statement in regards to the Washoe Fire:

"My thoughts are with those affected by the wildfires in Northern Nevada. I especially express my sympathies to those who have lost their home as a result. My appreciation goes to the first responders and firefighters who are on the scene and working very hard to keep residents safe. I will continue to monitor the situation as information becomes available. "

Moist ground will stop fires.  But, moist ground does not necessarily yield crops or satisfy the thrist of livestock.

2011 Wildfire Season Worst in Texas History (click title to entry - thank you)

Friday, January 20th, 2012
Posted by Chace MurphyLast year’s wildfire season was the worst in Texas history.

The Texas Forest Service says wildfires destroyed nearly 4 million acres and 4,000 homes and other structures. Ten people died.

The agency recently declared Oct. 31 as the end of the 2011 season after going back to study fire activity and weather. The season started in mid-November 2010.

Two months ago officials said the season could drag on until spring, because large blazes could ignite anywhere across the drought-stricken state. But Thursday state fire officials said November rainfall turned out to be more widespread than expected.

The state’s longest wildfire season was from April 2005 through September 2006, when blazes charred about 2 million acres and left 12 people dead.

The 2012 Texas wildfire season hasn’t started yet.