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Arson-started Florida wildfires fueled by growth
PALM BAY, Fla. - Wildfires that have gutted at least 40 homes along the state's Atlantic coast are believed to have been started by arsonists, but they got help from two classic Florida phenomenon: rampant development and a year-round growing season.
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Weather Summary   Portland, ME
As of:   07/04/09 12:51 AM Eastern  
Temp:59° F (15° C)
Humidity:100%
Barometer:  29.74" hg
Winds: E 3 MPH


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OVERNIGHT - Cloudy with a chance of showers. A chance of thunderstorms early this evening then isolated thunderstorms. Areas of fog. Lows in the upper 50s. Southwest winds around 10 mph. Chance of rain 40 percent.
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