Wildfires destroy hundreds of acres of land annually

the United States, including Northwest Arkansas. Even as recent as an early acres of public and private property in animals, damage or destroy structures, and disrupt community services including transportation, gas, power, communications, and other services. The impact may cover large areas with extensive burning, embers traveling more and smoke causing health issues for people

the country. They can start in remote wilderness areas, in national parks, or from natural causes, such as lightning, but most are caused by humans, either or outdoor burning — or intentionally. the year, but the potential is always higher during periods with little or no rainfall, which make brush, grass, and trees dry and burn more easily. High winds can also

to evacuate on short notice. Make sure and tell someone where you are going and when you have arrived. If you or someone you are with has been burned, seek emergency help immediately and cool and cover burns to reduce chance of further when authorities say it is safe to do so. For sparks or hidden embers throughout the house, including the roof and the attic. Use caution when entering burned areas as hazards may still exist, including hot Evacuate immediately if you smell smoke.