Heatwave scorching western US ups risk of hazardous fire conditions

A heatwave in the western US has increased the risk of hazardous fire conditions, particularly in Oregon and Washington, where low humidity and powerful winds alert officials to wildfire spread. The National Weather Service forecasts blistering temperatures from 110F to 120F across the south-west through early next week. Meanwhile, the Pacific north-west expects highs reaching into the 90s. These extreme conditions have significantly elevated the danger of fire outbreaks across the region.