Transcript for Wildfires Break Out in Southeast US, Prompt State of Emergency in Tennessee

Raging wildfires in Tennessee have prompted a state of emergency at least 53 active fires are burning in the state scorching nearly 101000 acres. Thousands of firefighters are battling the flames authorities are also concerned about air equality because of smoke. Dozens of residents have been forced to evacuate their homes FEMA is offering financial assistance.

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