Destructive

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causing destruction or much damage; "a policy that is destructive to the economy"; "destructive criticism"

Colo.'s most destructive wildfire mostly contained
The most destructive wildfire in Colorado’s history is 75 percent contained and expected to be fully under control by Thursday, officials Colorado Springs said Monday. Read more on this news related to 'Destructive'
Destructive beetle could take a toll on NC lumber industry
A destructive beetle about the size of a thumb is causing a quarantine on wood used from ash trees in three North Carolina counties. Since there's no way to stop the beetles from spreading to other ash trees, they could take a toll on the state's lumber industry. Read more on this news related to 'Destructive'
Some evacuations lifted in destructive Colo. fire
— Firefighters advanced against a monstrous wildfire outside of Colorado Springs, expanding containment lines and lifting evacuation orders for thousands of anxious residents in the most destructive blaze in state history, which has destroyed nearly 500 homes and killed two people. Read more on this news related to 'Destructive'