# 2026 fire incidents and wildfire risk > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rising-wildfire-incidents-and-safety-alerts-across-europe-and-the-united-states-amid-drought-and-bat > Updated: 2026-07-30T21:56:47.000Z. Sources: 202. Developments: 67. June‑July 2026 saw several fire incidents across Europe and the western United States. In Moldova, an attic blaze in Chișinău on 22 June required 76 rescuers; a house fire in Scânteia, Romania the next day was extinguished without injuries, and a ninth‑floor apartment fire in Chișinău was contained. In France, a five‑storey apartment building in Dijon suffered a fatal fire on the night of 4–5 July. The U.S. Forest Service imposed Stage 1 and Stage 2 wildfire‑risk restrictions in Colorado and Nevada, expanding to additional districts by 28 June. NOAA’s seasonal outlook projected an El Niño that could bring above‑average precipitation to western Colorado from July to September, potentially reducing fire danger. Mid‑July, two separate wildfires burned in Routt County, Colorado. Colorado fire restrictions tightened on 22 July, keeping Stage 2 limits on the White River National Forest – the nation’s most visited forest – while officials noted Stage 3 full‑closure would be considered only if compliance or human‑caused ignitions worsen, a level used in Colorado only once (San Juan National Forest, 2018). The Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Stage 1 restrictions, effective 22 May, continue to ban open burning, agricultural fires, campfires and fireworks. On 22 July Benton County, Washington entered the EXTREME fire‑danger rating, prompting a ban on all outdoor burning after rapid spread of the recent Ryegrass Coulee and Tucannon fires. In Summit County, Colorado the fire‑danger rating fell to VERY HIGH on 23 July after modest moisture gains, but Stage 2 restrictions remain due to dry lodgepole pine and bug‑kill timber. New developments on 24 July saw Clear Creek and Jefferson counties adopt a standardized evacuation system with a distinctive Hi‑Lo siren to signal “Evacuation Warning” and “Evacuation Order” during wildfire threats. ## Timeline ### 2026-07-30: Colorado Wildfire and Flash Floods Prompt Evacuations and Road Closures Colorado faces a wildfire in Dolores County and flash flooding in Ouray County, prompting evacuations, road closures and a multi‑agency response. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colorado-wildfire-and-flash-floods-prompt-evacuations-and-road-closures ### 2026-07-24: Colorado counties launch new evacuation alerts and extend fire restrictions amid wildfire risk Colorado's Clear Creek, Jefferson and Larimer counties roll out new evacuation alerts, a Hi‑Lo siren and extend fire restrictions as wildfire danger persists. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colorado-counties-launch-new-evacuation-alerts-and-extend-fire-restrictions-amid-wildfire-risk ### 2026-07-22: Fire Danger Levels Tighten in Washington and Colorado Counties Benton County, WA, declared extreme fire danger and banned all outdoor burns, while Summit County, CO, eased to very high but kept Stage 2 fire restrictions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fire-danger-levels-tighten-in-washington-and-colorado-counties ### 2026-07-22: Colorado Fire Restrictions Escalate Amid Historic Drought Colorado’s federal and tribal lands face fire bans as historic drought prompts Stage 2 limits on White River National Forest and new Stage 1 restrictions on the Southern Ute Reservation. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colorado-fire-restrictions-escalate-amid-historic-drought ### 2026-07-12: Routt County Colorado wildfires force evacuations and state emergency declaration Two wildfires in Routt County, Colorado – Green Ridge and Fishhook – triggered mandatory evacuations, a disaster emergency declaration by Gov. Jared Polis, and a statewide firefighting response. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/routt-county-colorado-wildfires-force-evacuations-and-state-emergency-declaration ### 2026-07-06: Dijon apartment fire kills one and injures three A fire in a Dijon apartment on 4‑5 July destroyed one flat, killed one person, injured three, and forced the evacuation of 27 others; 48 firefighters responded and an investigation is ongoing. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dijon-apartment-fire-kills-one-and-injures-three ### 2026-06-28: Fire Restrictions Enter Stage 1 in Colorado’s Douglas County and Nevada’s Carson‑Bridgeport Areas Stage 1 fire restrictions began June 29 2026 in Colorado’s Douglas County and Nevada’s Carson‑Bridgeport districts, limiting open burns, fireworks and other activities to curb wildfire risk. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fire-restrictions-enter-stage-1-in-colorados-douglas-county-and-nevadas-carsonbridgeport-areas ### 2026-06-24: Colorado fire restrictions and El Niño forecast shape a risky summer Colorado’s Western Slope faces Stage 1 fire restrictions amid dry conditions, while NOAA forecasts an El Niño‑driven wetter summer that could ease wildfire risk. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colorado-fire-restrictions-and-el-nio-forecast-shape-a-risky-summer ### 2026-06-23: Colorado counties impose fire restrictions amid high wildfire risk Gunnison National Forest entered Stage 1 fire restrictions on June 23, while Grand County imposed stricter Stage 2 restrictions on June 26, both aimed at curbing wildfire risk in Colorado. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colorado-counties-impose-fire-restrictions-amid-high-wildfire-risk ### 2026-06-22: Colorado counties enact Stage 2 fire restrictions Pitkin and Routt counties in Colorado have both entered Stage 2 fire restrictions, tightening bans on open flames, fireworks, and certain commercial activities amid high fire‑danger conditions. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colorado-counties-enact-stage-2-fire-restrictions ### 2026-06-22: Fire Engulfs Upper Floor of Residential Building in Chișinău A fire on 22 June 2026 at a Chișinău apartment block’s attic forced evacuation of residents, injured two people, and saw 76 firefighters respond. Investigators cite a possible short‑circuit or roof‑work spark. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chiinu-apartment-fire-prompts-massive-rescue-effort ### 2026-06-21: Latvia issues severe thunderstorm and heat warning for June 21 Latvia’s weather agency warned of thunderstorms with strong rain, hail and gusts across the west and a heat wave in Riga reaching up to 29 °C on June 21. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/latvia-issues-severe-thunderstorm-and-heat-warning-for-june-21 ### 2026-06-18: King County issues Stage 1 burn ban, bans fireworks in unincorporated areas King County fire marshal Eric Urban announced a Stage 1 burn ban starting June 22, prohibiting yard debris fires and banning consumer fireworks in unincorporated areas amid dry conditions and an upcoming World 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/king-county-issues-june-22-stage-1-burn-ban-and-fireworks-prohibition ### 2026-06-18: Colorado's White River National Forest Enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Colorado’s White River National Forest and nearby woods entered Stage 1 fire restrictions, banning most campfires, grills, smoking and fireworks amid drought and recent wildfires. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colorados-white-river-national-forest-enters-stage-1-fire-restrictions ### 2026-06-18: Latvia's Upcoming Jāņi and Līgo Day Weather Forecast Latvia’s weather outlook predicts sunny, warm Saturday (24‑28 °C) followed by rain and possible thunderstorms on Sunday, the longest day, with cooler, dry conditions returning Monday. Līgo Day stays dry, Jāņi 夜 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/latvias-upcoming-ji-and-lgo-day-weather-forecast ### 2026-06-18: Two People Rescued by Helicopter in Stenshuvud National Park A man and woman stranded on a cliff in Stenshuvud National Park were rescued by a helicopter on June 19, 2026; both were conscious and received ambulance care. 24 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prime-video-adds-three-new-movies-for-weekend-streaming ### 2026-06-16: Colorado Wildfire Season Prompts Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Across Western Slope Colorado's western slope faces multiple early‑June wildfires and drought‑driven Stage 1 fire restrictions that ban open burns and fireworks across Mesa, Delta and Montrose counties. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colorado-wildfire-season-prompts-stage-1-fire-restrictions-across-western-slope ### 2026-06-12: 2025 Wildfires Ranked World’s Costliest in New Study A new analysis finds 2025 wildfires the costliest on record, with the EU labeling the season its most destructive, highlighting massive economic damage despite limited burned area. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/2025-wildfires-ranked-worlds-costliest-in-new-study ### 2026-06-07: Timmins Wildfire Approaches Highway 144, Firefighters Deploy Helicopters and Heavy Equipment Ontario’s ‘Timmins 9’ wildfire has burned 3,154 ha, forcing evacuation of Mattagami First Nation and nearing Highway 144; 15 crews, 5 helicopters and heavy equipment are battling the blaze. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saskatoon-launches-indigenous-support-team-to-assist-homeless-residents ### 2026-06-07: Chișinău block fire forces evacuation of 15 residents, including children A fire in a Chișinău block on 7 June forced evacuation of 15 people; a roof fire in an abandoned building followed on 8 June, while separate fires struck a Romanian solar‑panel annex and a Pitești apartment, no 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chiinu-residential-block-fire-forces-evacuation-of-dozens ### 2026-06-06: Ontario Timmins wildfire remains uncontained The Timmins 9 wildfire in Ontario, now about 3,154 ha, remains uncontained; 13 fire‑ranger crews and four helicopters are battling it amid road closures and public burn‑safety warnings. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ontario-timmins-wildfire-remains-uncontained ### 2026-06-06: Winnipeg fire kills one, injures three in separate incidents A Winnipeg apartment fire killed one person, and a separate house fire injured three residents, one critically; both incidents are being investigated. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/winnipeg-fire-kills-one-injures-three-in-separate-incidents ### 2026-06-05: RCMP says Penticton construction site fire was arson RCMP confirms the May 27 fire at a Penticton construction site was arson, prompting Highway 97 closure, home evacuations and an ongoing investigation. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/penticton-british-columbia-construction-site-fire-ruled-arson ### 2026-06-04: Western U.S. Faces Early Wildfire Season Amid Drought and Fuel Loads Drought, low snowpack and limited forest management have heightened early wildfire risk across the western U.S., with forecasts of above‑normal fire potential through summer. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/western-us-faces-early-wildfire-season-amid-drought-and-fuel-loads ### 2026-06-04: Penticton ends emergency after fire destroys long-term care construction site Penticton lifted its emergency after a fire destroyed a long‑term care construction site, delaying a 200‑bed senior facility and prompting ongoing investigations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/penticton-ends-emergency-after-fire-destroys-long-term-care-construction-site ### 2026-06-03: US Forest Service chief warns of heightened wildfire risk US Forest Service chief warns of elevated wildfire risk, citing increased firefighter staffing and fuel‑reduction efforts, while experts note drought, reduced snowpack and staff losses could worsen the 2026 se季 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-forest-service-chief-warns-of-heightened-wildfire-risk ### 2026-06-02: Excavation hits gas pipes, causing fires and evacuations in Belgium and Netherlands Excavation work ruptured gas pipes in the Netherlands and Belgium, sparking a care‑home fire in Sint‑Oedenrode and prompting evacuations in Brugge, with emergency crews responding in both cases. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/excavation-hits-gas-pipes-causing-fires-and-evacuations-in-belgium-and-netherlands ### 2026-06-02: US wildfire season faces heightened risk as budget cuts and low snowpack threaten response Reduced Forest Service staff and budget cuts, together with drought and a light snowpack, have pushed the US wildfire season into a high‑risk outlook, with fires already double the ten‑year average for thistime 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-wildfire-season-faces-heightened-risk-as-budget-cuts-and-low-snowpack-threaten-response ### 2026-05-31: 2025 Wildfires Become Costliest Year on Record, Study Finds A study says 2025 was the costliest wildfire year ever, with catastrophic fires in the US, South Korea and Europe causing over $140 bn in losses, 90 deaths and 300,000 evacuations. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/2025-wildfires-become-costliest-year-on-record-study-finds ### 2026-05-30: Portugal launches Phase Charlie to boost rural fire defence Portugal activated Phase Charlie on 1 June, deploying over 13 000 staff, 3 500 vehicles and 78‑81 aircraft to bolster rural fire prevention and response ahead of summer. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/united-states-wildfire-season-2026-reaches-record-start ### 2026-05-30: Norway sees deadly explosion in Eidsvoll and large fire in Lørenskog Four women were hurt in an Eidsvoll explosion and a large fire engulfed a Lørenskog townhouse complex on May 30, 2026, prompting major emergency responses in Norway. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/norway-sees-deadly-explosion-in-eidsvoll-and-large-fire-in-lrenskog ### 2026-05-30: Ontario reports multiple active wildfires across Northeast and Northwest regions Ontario reports dozens of active wildfires in its Northeast and Northwest regions, with several fires not under control and public safety advisories issued. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ontario-reports-multiple-active-wildfires-across-northeast-and-northwest-regions ### 2026-05-27: U.S. drought worsens even as intense storms increase Two‑thirds of the U.S. faces drought in 2026 as climate‑driven intense storms cause runoff and faster evaporation, deepening water shortages despite more rain. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-drought-worsens-even-as-intense-storms-increase ### 2026-05-26: Scotland sees spate of incidents: hotel fire in Glasgow, assault in Cumbernauld, lorry blaze on A9 Scotland recorded a hotel fire in Glasgow, a serious assault in Cumbernauld, and a lorry blaze on the A9, all with no fatalities but requiring emergency response. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tyre-blaze-near-bellshill-and-wildfire-alerts-highlight-heatrelated-fire-risk-in-scotland ### 2026-05-26: PI Vught Prison Evacuated After Fire, All 162 Inmates Return A fire caused by a faulty washing‑room device forced the evacuation of a wing at the PI Vught prison in the Netherlands on Saturday. All 162 inmates were moved, most to other facilities, and returned to their c 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pi-vught-prison-evacuated-after-fire-all-162-inmates-return ### 2026-05-23: Utah Governor Spencer Cox Declares Statewide Drought Emergency Amid Record Low Snowpack Utah Gov. Spencer Cox declared a statewide drought emergency as record‑low snowpack depletes 95% of water supply, prompting reservoir use, water‑use cuts and federal aid. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/utah-governor-spencer-cox-declares-statewide-drought-emergency-amid-record-low-snowpack ### 2026-05-23: Swedish apartment fires injure several and spark arson investigation Two Swedish apartment fires – one in Rättvik hospitalized three people, another in Gothenburg's Kungsladugård caused no injuries and is being investigated as a possible arson. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/swedish-apartment-fires-injure-several-and-spark-arson-investigation ### 2026-05-23: Northwest US Faces Earlier Wildfire Season Fire season may start earlier in the Northwest US due to reduced rain, drought and low snowpack; May‑June prescribed burns are possible, while July‑August will likely see the highest fire risk with dry storms,, 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/northwest-us-faces-earlier-wildfire-season ### 2026-05-21: Utah Governor Spencer Cox declares statewide drought emergency Utah Gov. Spencer Cox declared a statewide drought emergency as all of the state faces severe drought and record‑low snowpack, unlocking resources and urging water‑saving measures. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/utah-governor-spencer-cox-declares-statewide-drought-emergency ### 2026-05-19: House Fires Strike Timișoara, Romania and Chișinău, Moldova Fires in Timișoara injured two people; a separate blaze in Chișinău caused no casualties. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fire-at-timioara-apartment-injures-two-woman-unconscious ### 2026-05-19: Scheemda fire spreads to four homes as emergency services scale to GRIP 1 A gas fire in Scheemda spread to four houses; emergency services escalated to GRIP 1, evacuating residents, with no injuries reported. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/scheemda-fire-spreads-to-four-homes-as-emergency-services-scale-to-grip-1 ### 2026-05-19: Shop fires in Ghent and Deventer cause smoke inhalations and evacuations Fires in Ghent (Belgium) and Deventer (Netherlands) forced evacuations; ten hospitalized in Ghent, no hospitalizations in Deventer. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shop-fires-in-ghent-and-deventer-cause-smoke-inhalations-and-evacuations ### 2026-05-19: Oregon and Washington towns face higher wildfire risk after socioeconomic study Study finds 459 Pacific Northwest towns, especially low‑income ones, face higher wildfire risk than previously thought. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/oregon-and-washington-towns-face-higher-wildfire-risk-after-socioeconomic-study ### 2026-05-18: Landfill fire near Ladybank, Scotland continues, smoke warnings A landfill fire near Ladybank in Fife has burned for over a week, prompting smoke warnings and road closures. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/landfill-fire-near-ladybank-scotland-continues-smoke-warnings ### 2026-05-16: Two residential fires reported in Bergen area and Askøy, Norway Electrical fire in Årstad home and separate blaze in Askøy house reported in Norway. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/two-residential-fires-reported-in-bergen-area-and-asky-norway ### 2026-05-15: Ontario Northwest Wildfires Escalate with Multiple Uncontrolled Blazes Ontario's Northwest Region faces 17 active wildfires, many uncontrolled, prompting evacuations and road closures. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ontario-northwest-wildfires-escalate-with-multiple-uncontrolled-blazes ### 2026-05-14: Waste Facility Fires Prompt Safety Warnings in Australia and Scotland Battery‑related fire in Bathurst, Australia, and a multi‑day blaze at Ladybank, Scotland raise waste‑site safety concerns. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/waste-facility-fires-prompt-safety-warnings-in-australia-and-scotland ### 2026-05-13: House fires in Montebello and Elmwood Place leave multiple injured, under arson probe Two US house fires in Montebello and Elmwood Place cause deaths, injuries and a child's hospitalization, with arson probes underway. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/house-fires-in-montebello-and-elmwood-place-leave-multiple-injured-under-arson-probe ### 2026-05-13: Victoria and Utah fire agencies push new safety measures Victoria and Utah fire agencies urge registration, mitigation and upcoming fees to lower wildfire risk. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/victoria-and-utah-fire-agencies-push-new-safety-measures ### 2026-05-13: Apartment fires injure victims in Kristiansund and Bamble, Norway Apartment fires in Kristiansund and Bamble, Norway left one person critically injured and another exposed to smoke. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/apartment-fires-injure-victims-in-kristiansund-and-bamble-norway ### 2026-05-13: Western US Drought Spurs Toxic Algal Blooms and Heightened Wildfire Threats Drought in the western US fuels toxic algal blooms in Oregon reservoirs and raises wildfire danger across the region. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/western-us-drought-spurs-toxic-algal-blooms-and-heightened-wildfire-threats ### 2026-05-13: Fires in Penticton and Winnipeg Prompt Emergency Response Fires at a senior apartment in Penticton and multiple vacant sites in Winnipeg caused injuries, evacuations and strained fire services. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fires-in-penticton-and-winnipeg-prompt-emergency-response ### 2026-05-12: Norwegian fire fatalities spark criticism of emergency response Multiple deaths in Norwegian fires lead to calls for better emergency response. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/norwegian-fire-fatalities-spark-criticism-of-emergency-response ### 2026-05-12: Utah's Record Low Snow Drives Water‑Smart Landscaping Push Utah's record low snowfall spurs water‑smart landscaping as drought and warm winters strain ski tourism and water supplies. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/utahs-record-low-snow-drives-watersmart-landscaping-push ### 2026-05-11: Western US faces severe drought, wildfire and water shortages Western US drought slashes snowpack, heightening wildfire risk and threatening water supplies for cities, farms and hydropower. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/western-us-faces-severe-drought-wildfire-and-water-shortages ### 2026-05-10: Utrecht region in the Netherlands raises nature fire risk to Phase 2, urges preventive steps Utrecht raises nature‑fire risk to phase 2 amid drought; officials urge precautions and outline forest fire‑prevention measures. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/utrecht-region-in-the-netherlands-raises-nature-fire-risk-to-phase-2-urges-preventive-steps ### 2026-05-08: Western US Drought Threatens Water Supplies and Fuels Wildfire Season A severe snowpack deficit leaves the western US facing water shortages and an elevated wildfire risk this summer. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/western-us-drought-threatens-water-supplies-and-fuels-wildfire-season ### 2026-05-08: Latvia expects warm spell and fire‑risk warning in late May Latvia foresees warmer late‑May days up to +20 °C, rain and heightened forest fire risk. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/latvia-expects-warm-spell-and-firerisk-warning-in-late-may ### 2026-05-08: Western U.S. Drought Heightens Wildfire and Water Crisis Western U.S. drought slashes snowpack, raising wildfire risk and water shortages amid climate‑driven heat. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/western-us-drought-heightens-wildfire-and-water-crisis ### 2026-05-04: Peat bog fire burns ~15 hectares in Šepeta, Kupiškio district, Lithuania A peat bog fire in Šepeta, Kupiškio district burns ~15 ha, prompting extensive firefighting and air‑quality warnings for nearby villages. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peat-bog-fire-burns-15-hectares-in-epeta-kupikio-district-lithuania ### 2026-05-04: Lithuania warns of heightened forest fire risk after weekend blaze surge Lithuania's forest service warns 16 weekend fires burned 6.5 ha; urges public precautions as rain may be insufficient. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lithuania-warns-of-heightened-forest-fire-risk-after-weekend-blaze-surge ### 2026-05-04: Norwegian waste sector warns of battery‑caused fires Battery mis‑sorting sparks weekly fires in Norway's waste facilities; industry campaign urges proper disposal. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/norwegian-waste-sector-warns-of-batterycaused-fires ### 2026-05-03: Utah warns of especially dangerous wildfire season amid drought Utah officials warn 2026 wildfire risk is high as drought, low snowpack, and human‑caused fires surge; urging caution and budgeting response. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/utah-warns-of-especially-dangerous-wildfire-season-amid-drought ### 2026-05-02: Residential fires in Bærum and Modum prompt evacuations Two Norwegian residential fires in Bærum and Modum trigger evacuations. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/residential-fires-in-brum-and-modum-prompt-evacuations ### 2026-05-01: Norway issues warning of severe wildfire danger in the south DSB warns of high wildfire danger in Southern Norway; May 1 sees many fires; public advised to follow official guidance. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/norway-issues-warning-of-severe-wildfire-danger-in-the-south ### 2026-04-24: Grass fire in Sirdal and terrain fire reported in separate incidents Two fire alerts: grass fire in Sirdal and a fire in the terrain. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grass-fire-in-sirdal-and-terrain-fire-reported-in-separate-incidents ### 2026-04-12: Two fires reported near Dalby and outside Bredbyn, Sweden Two fires reported near Dalby and outside Bredbyn on Sunday morning. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/two-fires-reported-near-dalby-and-outside-bredbyn-sweden --- Cite as: 2026 fire incidents and wildfire risk. 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