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Lightning Strike Turns Into Hidden Fire | Wilmington News
A wildfire that burned nearly 300 acres in Brunswick County, North Carolina, is finally 100% contained after a month-long battle — but its origin? A lightning strike in May that ignited a hidden “sleeper fire” smoldering underground in dry duff. With drought conditions and no rain to quench it, the fire lurked for weeks before exploding into full blaze. Now that containment lines are secure, crews focus on recovery — a sobering reminder of how nature’s quiet dangers can erupt with deadly persistence, and the relentless work of firefighters who brought it under control. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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