Fourth of July fireworks spark wildfire worries for WA

Washington state's fire officials are warning residents to be extremely careful with fireworks this Fourth of July due to heightened wildfire risks from a statewide drought. With nearly all areas under outdoor burning restrictions and fire risks very high in the Lower Yakima Basin, the Department of Natural Resources is urging caution. This comes amid an already precarious situation where dry conditions make any spark potentially catastrophic. It's a crucial reminder of the need for vigilance as communities celebrate.