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1 month ago

10-acre wildfire burns in Candler, 0% contained - Asheville's 828 News NOW North Luther Road fire remains active Saturday afternoon, according to the North Carolina Forest Service

CANDLER, NORTH CAROLINA: “10-acre wildfire burns in Candler, 0% contained” 828newsnow.com/news/228822-... - 828 News Now

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1 month ago

“EDGECOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — A wildfire in Edgecombe County is now contained after burning for several days.” www.wnct.com/news/nc-fore... - WNCT

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3 months ago

Wildfire contained in Avery County after burning more than 120 acres, officials say Officials said on Tuesday, Nov. 18, that the fire was encircled and would likely burn itself out

AVERY COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA: “A wildfire in Avery County was reportedly contained after burning more than 120 acres overnight, according to officials.” www.wbtv.com/2025/11/18/w... - WBTV

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3 months ago

Crews battling Avery County wildfire Multiple crews are battling a wildfire near Banner Elk and Beech Mountain.

NORTH CAROLINA: “Avery County officials said the fire started in the Elk Valley community, not far from Banner Elk and Beech Mountain, along Highway 194.” www.wcnc.com/article/weat... - WCNC Charlotte

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3 months ago

🔥 BREAKING: Wildfire near Banner Elk/Beech Mountain. A wildfire is burning out of control along Banner Elk Highway in Avery County. Video: Two clips edited to one. Video: Shawn Stricklen #BannerElk #BeechMountain #AveryCounty #WildFire #NCFire

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10 months ago

Air quality alert expands into Craven County due to wildfire The alert runs through midnight Wednesday and is due to the fire burning in the Croatan National Forest, which has spread 950 acres.

“JONES COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - The North Carolina Department of Environmental and Natural Resources has expanded a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day to include both Craven and Jones counties.” www.witn.com/2025/04/29/a... - WITN

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10 months ago

Governor Stein extends state of emergency for western NC wildfires Governor Josh Stein announced Saturday that the state of emergency is extended for the next 30 days for 34 counties in NC.

“RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — As wildfires continue to wreak havoc in western North Carolina, relief is being extended by the state and federal government.” www.cbs17.com/news/north-c... - CBS17.com

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10 months ago

Fire country: Here's the national spring and summer wildfire forecast The horrific firestorm in January in California has already marked 2025 as a disastrous year for wildfires in the U.S.

UNITED STATES: “Fire country: Here's the national spring and summer wildfire forecast” www.usatoday.com/story/news/n... - @usatoday.com

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10 months ago

Wildfire prompts evacuations in Caldwell County A wildfire in the Kings Creek area of Caldwell County has prompted emergency officials to begin evacuations for several neighborhoods.

“CALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A wildfire in the Kings Creek area of Caldwell County has prompted emergency officials to begin evacuations for several neighborhoods.” www.qcnews.com/news/u-s/nor... - Queen City News

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10 months ago

Evacuation order issued in McDowell County as crews battle wildfire The fire is estimated at 75 acres with 0% containment

MARION, NORTH CAROLINA: “Evacuation order issued in McDowell County as crews battle wildfire” www.wbtv.com/video/2025/0... - WBTV

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10 months ago

Crews battling wildfire in McDowell County The fire had spread to 75 acres as of Tuesday afternoon, McDowell County officials said.

“MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. — Multiple crews are working to contain a wildfire in McDowell County, officials said.”
www.wcnc.com/article/weat... - WCNC

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10 months ago

Multiple fire crews battling wildfire in McDowell County North Carolina Forest Service, US Forest Service and Woodlawn Fire Department responded to the wildfire on Armstrong Creek Road

MARION, NORTH CAROLINA: “Multiple emergency crews responded to a wildfire on Tuesday in McDowell County, according to officials.” www.wbtv.com/2025/04/15/m... - WBTV

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11 months ago

Headwaters State Forest has reopened after North Carolina wildfires Headwaters State Forest in Transylvania County has reopened after recent wildfires have subsided.

“Headwaters State Forest has reopened after North Carolina wildfires” www.blueridgenow.com/story/news/l... - BlueRidgeNow

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11 months ago

What to do after a wildfire? Here's what to do if your property is damaged As of Sunday morning, there were seven active fires across the Carolinas. Three of them are in South Carolina while four are in North Carolina. Here are some tips for those returning to their homes af...

“As of Sunday morning, there were seven active fires across the Carolinas. Three of them are in South Carolina while four are in North Carolina.” www.greenvilleonline.com/story/news/l... - Greenville News

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11 months ago

Evacuations continue Saturday from rapidly spreading North Carolina mountain wildfires Evacuations were ordered for a fire near Bryson City that was only 10% contained, emergency management officials said Friday night.

“Mandatory evacuations continued in the North Carolina mountains Saturday from rapidly spreading wildfires that firefighters from across the United States have battled for days, emergency officials said.”
www.charlotteobserver.com/news/weather... - @charlotteobserver.com

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11 months ago

Drought, wind, and debris from recent hurricanes are stoking fires across the US In North Carolina, wildfires stoked by unusually dry air and debris from last year’s Hurricane Helene are burning out of control. In Florida, there are dozens of blazes, including one that scorched ab...

“Drought, wind, and debris from recent hurricanes are stoking fires across the US” www.timescolonist.com/weather-news... - @timescolonist.bsky.social

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11 months ago

Wildfires in the Carolinas, fueled by Hurricane Helene debris, rage on: See map The Black Cove Fire is the top priority in the U.S. right now, and red flag warnings are in place. See maps of wildfires in North and South Carolina.

“Wildfires in the Carolinas, fueled by Hurricane Helene debris, rage on: See map” www.usatoday.com/story/news/n... - @usatoday.com

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11 months ago

South Carolina wildfire keeps growing as firefighters protect homes A large wildfire in the South Carolina mountains has doubled in size on each of the last three days

“South Carolina wildfire keeps growing as firefighters protect homes” www.independent.co.uk/news/south-c... - @the-independent.com

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11 months ago

How to prepare for a wildfire: What to bring when evacuating, how to protect your home Wildfires have been burning for a week in WNC and South Carolina. Here's how to prepare for evacuation before it's necessary.

“How to prepare for a wildfire: What to bring when evacuating, how to protect your home” www.greenvilleonline.com/story/news/l... via Greenville News

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11 months ago

Wildfires rage on in North and South Carolina as more firefighters arrive Hundreds of people asked to leave their homes amid states of emergency and out-of-state responders battling blazes

“Wildfires rage on in North and South Carolina as more firefighters arrive” www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025... - @theguardian.com

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11 months ago

More evacuations as wildfires burn in the Carolinas. Forecasts aren’t encouraging for firefighters More people have been asked to leave their homes in the North Carolina and South Carolina mountains as wildfires spread and the forecast for the rest of the week is

“More evacuations as wildfires burn in the Carolinas. Forecasts aren’t encouraging for firefighters” www.thespec.com/life/more-ev... - The Hamilton Spectator

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11 months ago

Here’s where Americans are increasingly at risk for wildfires Storm debris, population growth and dry conditions are all contributing to a vicious fire season in the South.

“Here’s where Americans are increasingly at risk for wildfires” www.washingtonpost.com/climate-envi... - @washingtonpost.com

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11 months ago

Air quality alerts expanded in western North Carolina due to wildfires: What to know Alerts take effect Tuesday in multiple counties

“Air quality alerts expanded in western North Carolina due to wildfires: What to know” www.wbtv.com/2025/03/24/a... - WBTV

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11 months ago

Firefighters in the Carolinas battle multiple wildfires Firefighters in North and South Carolina are battling multiple wind-driven wildfires

“Mandatory evacuations continue for about 165 properties in parts of Polk County in western North Carolina, about 80 miles (129 kilometers) west of Charlotte, according to county spokesperson Kellie Cannon.” abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory... - ABC News

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11 months ago

Firefighters in the Carolinas battle multiple wildfires as New Jersey crews contain a forest blaze Firefighters in North and South Carolina were battling multiple wind-driven wildfires Monday in rugged terrain that complicated containment efforts, officials said.

“Firefighters in the Carolinas battle multiple wildfires as New Jersey crews contain a forest blaze” www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/world/firefi... - The Canadian Press

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11 months ago

Wildfires in the Carolinas burn more than 6000 acres, prompting evacuations, a burn ban and National Guard deployment | CNN High temperatures, strong winds and low humidity are causing a group of wildfires to spread rapidly through western North Carolina, risking further damage to areas already ravaged by Hurricane Helene.

“High temperatures, strong winds and low humidity are causing a group of wildfires to spread rapidly through western North Carolina, risking further damage to areas already ravaged by Hurricane Helene.” www.cnn.com/2025/03/24/w... - CNN Weather

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11 months ago

Three wildfires burn more than 3,300 acres in North and South Carolina South Carolina governor declares emergency as North Carolina announces mandatory evacuation in Polk county

“Three wildfires burn more than 3,300 acres in North and South Carolina” www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025... - @theguardian.com

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11 months ago

Wildfires prompt evacuation in the Carolinas as New Jersey crews battle their own blaze Emergency crews in at least three states are battling small wildfires. Fires forced a mandatory evacuation in North Carolina's Polk County, an area of the state still recovering from Hurricane Helene.

“Wildfires prompt evacuation in the Carolinas as New Jersey crews battle their own blaze” apnews.com/article/nort... - @apnews.com

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11 months ago

3 major wildfires prompt evacuations in North Carolina's Polk County Evacuation orders were issued Sunday for parts of Polk County, North Carolina, where three large wildfires have burned more than 3,000 acres combined, officials said.

“Evacuation orders were issued Sunday for parts of Polk County, North Carolina, where three large wildfires have burned more than 3,000 acres combined and two of the blazes remain out of control, according to authorities.” abcnews.go.com/US/north-car... - ABC News

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11 months ago

North Carolina wildfires prompt evacuation orders The Carolinas are dry or under drought, and a burn ban is in place because of conditions that can cause wildfires to spread.

“Evacuation orders have been issued in a western North Carolina county as three wildfires burn Sunday amid dry conditions and drought, officials said.” www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcn... - NBC News

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