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Smokey the Bear has been teaching kids about preventing wildfires for 80 years. (COURTESY IMAGE)

Highlighting the importance of wildfire prevention across New Hampshire, Gov. Sununu has proclaimed Aug. 4-10, 2024 as “Smokey Bear Week,” in the Granite State coinciding with Smokey’s 80th birthday on Aug. 9.

Events and programs are taking place statewide to help celebrate Smokey’s milestone birthday and to continue sharing his well-known message that “Only you can prevent wildfires.”

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