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Wildfire risks are driving up costs for Northwest utilities

Utility companies in the Northwest are facing increased costs due to wildfire risks, with PacifiCorp recently settling a federal lawsuit over allegedly sparking six fires in Oregon and California that burned nearly 300,000 acres. The costs to consumers may rise as a result.

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