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Burnett County wildfire contained, evacuation lifted

According to the Burnett County Sheriff's Office, the fire poses no threat to any structures and the evacuation has been lifted.
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BURNETT COUNTY, Wis. — Officials say a wildfire in Burnett County, Wisconsin that prompted an immediate evacuation alert has been contained.

According to the Burnett County Sheriff's Office, the fire poses no threat to any structures and the evacuation has been lifted. Officials, however, say smoke will be in the area throughout the night.

Wisconsin officials issued wildfire warnings across the state. The state Department of Natural Resources has listed 52 counties, including Burnett County, in the “very high risk” category for fires, mostly in northern areas. 

Eight counties are listed as “high risk” and all other counties are at “moderate risk.” Authorities say high winds, dry conditions and low humidity will make it easier for fire to spread. 

More than 250 wildfires have been reported in Wisconsin this year, covering about 440. Debris burning is the leading cause of wildfires.

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