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UA Preview — July 14-20, 2025

Researchers develop wildfire evacuation models, Saturday in the Park returns and much more. Continue reading UA Preview — July 14-20, 2025

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UA Researchers Develop More Effective Model for Wildfire Evacuation

A new computer model from UA researchers provides an adaptable method of wildfire evacuation for communities. Continue reading UA Researchers Develop More Effective Model for Wildfire Evacuation

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