"Firefighters battle to contain wildfire in Shenandoah National Park"

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"Firefighters battle to contain wildfire in Shenandoah National Park"
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Firefighters are battling a 2.5-acre blaze in Virginia's Shenandoah National Park, which started last week due to natural causes amid drought conditions. The fire is burning on steep, rocky terrain and smoldering in timber and leaf litter. Despite recent rainfall, the blaze is only 30 percent contained. Facilities and trails in the park remain unaffected, and park officials urge the public to report any fires or smoke they see.

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