"Wildfires Across Western U.S. And Canada Force Thousands To Evacuate"

"The U.S. Forest Service is at “the highest level of wildfire response possible,” as western forests grapple with record-breaking dry timber conditions."

"Wildfires are blazing across western U.S. and Canada, prompting thousands to evacuate, shutting down highways and fouling the air quality over several states.

In the U.S., wildfires are raging in Oregon, California and Washington, illuminating skies with bright orange flames and haze.

In Oregon, the Durkee fire shut down Interstate 84 in the eastern part of the state in both directions Tuesday between Ontario and Baker City, the state’s Department of Transportation said, warning: “The fire is advancing rapidly towards the highway in multiple locations in the Farewell Bend area.” "

Marlene Lenthang reports for NBC News July 24, 2024.