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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   Washington, DC
As of:   01/31/09 05:52 PM Eastern  
Temp:30° F (-1° C)
Wind Chill:  2° F
Humidity:37%
Barometer:  30.06" hg
Winds: NW 22 MPH
Gusting To 36 MPH
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TONIGHT - Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain and sleet after midnight. Lows in the lower 30s. North winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation 20 percent.
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