Wildfire rages in North Country, covering 370 acres

By: David Brooks

Outlets: Monadnock Ledger-Transcript

Published: November 5, 2026

Words: 167

Last Updated: 3 days, 20 hours ago

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A wildfire covering more than 370 acres is burning in steep, remote terrain near the Maine border in Coos County. As of Tuesday, there were no significant threats to life or property.

The fire is approximately seven miles southeast of Gorham in the Wild River drainage area. On Tuesday afternoon, it was reported to be about 11% contained.

“The Wild River Fire is actively burning in timber, snags, and leaf litter. Higher humidity is expected today, …

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