Wildfires in the Texas Panhandle may have destroyed up to 500 structures, with the largest blaze in state history leaving a path of destruction. Two people have been confirmed dead, and the threat is not yet over as higher temperatures and winds are forecasted. President Biden has directed federal assistance to affected communities.
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Up to 500 structures may have been destroyed
Two confirmed deaths due to the wildfires
Threat not yet over with forecasted higher temperatures and winds
Federal assistance being provided to the affected communities
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Communities coming together to support each other during the crisis
Federal assistance being directed to help affected areas