Hermits Peak Fire In New Mexico Burning For Over A Month Now The Size Of Chicago

The Hermits Peak Fire has been burning for more than a month now, reported BBC. Reportedly, the fire has torn through an area larger than the city of Chicago. Several people have been left homeless. Thousands have been evacuated, reported BBC. The National Weather Service in Albuquerque said that its forecasters are using exceedingly rare language in its warning for a long duration and extreme fire weather event, reported BBC. Michelle Lujan Grisham, State Governor, called on people in compulsory evacuation areas to leave immediately. Watch the video to know more.

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