In just a few months we’ve seen ground conditions shift from lush green to tinder dry across large portions of our state, and we need to be prepared for a potentially intense wildfire season this fall.
On the recordAugust 8, 2026
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Governor addressing wildfire preparedness in North Dakota.
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