Bay State ablaze! Drought Brings wildfires — and money worries — to Massachusetts

Northeastern states like Massachusetts are facing unusual brush fires as drought spreads across the region, something that means local governments may need to implement fire prevention programs and expand firefighting resources. These changes signal a potential rise in regional costs associated with fire management and prevention, which could impact local finances through increased property damage resulting insurance rate hikes.

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