Burn bans now cover nearly the entire state as Arkansas experiences worsening drought conditions and a high statewide wildfire risk. As of Sunday, September 6, 2026, Independence and Izard counties had been declared local disaster…
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Arkansas Summer Heat Brings Back Memories of Deadly 1980 Heat Wave and Historic Drought
Another stretch of dangerous summer heat across Arkansas is bringing back memories of 1980, when a deadly combination of triple-digit temperatures, drought, limited nighttime relief and fewer air-conditioned homes created one of the most punishing…
