Death of a Salesman

what does Willy mean when he says "the Woods are burning"?

when he is talking to Happy he says "the woods are burning!,I can't drive a car!" what is he saying?

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The woods are a symbol of life.As Willy's life crashes around him he says "The woods are burning" meaning his life is coming apart.

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