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Definition: An unplanned and uncontrolled fire in an area of combustible vegetation.
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How well do you keep up with the world around you? Take this week’s quiz to test your knowledge of recent national and world events.
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Desperate refugees brave the sea to flee camps in Bangladesh
‘Our Power, Our Planet:’ Earth Day brings reminder of need to protect Earth from ourselves
Millions of students and adults around the world observed Earth Day last week with cleanups, tree plantings, rallies and other activities showing environmental consciousness. The observance each April 22 was started in 1970 by Americans who hope...
Florida investigates OpenAI, ChatGPT over fatal attack
Florida is investigating OpenAI’s ChatGPT artificial intelligence program in a mass shooting that left two dead and six others wounded at Florida State University last year. "The chatbot advised the shooter on what type of gun to use, on which ammo w...
This week's word in the news: WILDFIRE
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It was not yet clear how the wildfires started, but a long drought, low humidity and strong winds were fueling them.
The Key West Citizen -- 04/27/2026
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