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PHOTOS | Matts Creek wildfire in Bedford Co., smoky conditions in surrounding areas

Photo of the Matts Creek Fire submitted to Pin It by Kimberley Mierzwa (Copyright 2023 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.)

BIG ISLAND, Va. – Crews are still working tirelessly to contain the Matts Creek wildfire in Bedford County.

[10 News Xtra: How wildfire smoke spreads differently at night vs. during the day]

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Smoke is expected to continue to drift into parts of Bedford, Rockbridge, Amherst, and Nelson counties through at least Friday, producing unhealthy air quality at times. Be sure to keep windows shut, limit time outdoors, and have a mask ready.

Get a look at smoky conditions in surrounding areas below, submitted by WSLS Insiders!

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