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The Wild River Fire in New Hampshire has spread to approximately 1,000 acres, WGME reports, citing the US Forest Service. More than 50 personnel and two helicopters are assigned to the fire, which officials say is spreading through steep, rugged terrain fueled by dry leaf litter. Helicopters are dropping water on areas that may be inaccessible to firefighters. First reported Sunday afternoon near Gorham, the fire’s cause remains under investigation, and officials say there are no significant threats to life or property.

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00:00A wildfire in northern New Hampshire is still growing.
00:02The Wild River Fire has now spread to about 1,000 acres.
00:06It's burning near the town of Gorham.
00:08Dry leaf litter is driving the fire through steep and rugged terrain.
00:12That makes some areas hard for crews to reach on foot.
00:15So helicopters are dropping water on key spots firefighters can't easily get to.
00:20The U.S. Forest Service has more than 50 personnel on the fire.
00:24Two helicopters are assigned to the effort.
00:26Smoke may be visible across the surrounding area.
00:29Drivers who run into smoke are urged to slow down and turn on their headlights.
00:33The fire was first spotted on Sunday afternoon.
00:36Its cause is still under investigation.
00:39For now, officials see no significant threat to life or property.
00:43Even in November, dry leaves can keep a forest fire moving.
00:46Disclosure.
00:47This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.

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