Wildfire threat growing in King County as officials urge residents to harden homes

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SEATTLE — The next major wildfire in King County could start with a single ember. Hotter, drier summers are transforming western Washington into a region at greater risk for destructive wildfires, and King County officials said flames don’t have to reach people’s doorsteps to destroy their homes.

In response, a new Wildfire Ready Toolkit has been released to help people better protect their homes, businesses and properties…

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