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Cottonwood Fire Near Beaver Burns Nearly 94,000 Acres and Destroys About 150 Structures

Dry fuels, gusty winds and extensive utility damage are limiting containment and will slow recovery efforts.

Kentucky Winter Storm Deaths Rise to 12 After Lexington Hypothermia Ruling