Tucson's Bighorn Fire: More than 119,000 acres burned, blaze 75% contained
By A Mystery Man Writer
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The lightning-caused wildfire in the mountains north of Tucson has been burning since June 5. It has scorched 119,020 acres.
Every 221 years, two major cicada broods, XIII and XIX, emerge together. The last time this happened, Thomas Jefferson was president of the United States
Every 221 years, two major cicada broods, XIII and XIX, emerge together. The last time this happened, Thomas Jefferson was president of the United States
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Photos: The Bighorn Fire in Coronado National Forest near Tucson
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Photos: The Bighorn Fire in Coronado National Forest near Tucson
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