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2 months ago

South Carolina faces elevated wildfire risk this spring South Carolina is bracing for an increased risk of wildfires as the National Interagency Fire Center warns of heightened danger.

SOUTH CAROLINA: “South Carolina is bracing for an increased risk of wildfires as the National Interagency Fire Center warns of heightened danger.” wpde.com/news/local/s... - WPDE

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11 months ago

Teens arrested after South Carolina’s Table Rock fire torches more than 13,000 acres The Table Rock fire forced widespread evacuations and a massive ground and aerial response

“Teens accused of starting massive South Carolina wildfire by tossing their cigarette butts along a hiking trail” www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a... - @the-independent.com

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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

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. But fire crews have been able to keep the blaze away from structures. Firefighters bat…

“A large wildfire in the South Carolina mountains has doubled in size on each of the last three days. But fire crews have been able to keep the blaze away from structures.” www.wsav.com/news/local-n... - WSAV

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11 months ago

Aircraft drop retardant and water on wildfires in South Carolina Helicopters and airplanes are being used in the ongoing fight against wildfires in South Carolina. April is typically the worst month for wildfires across the state.

ICYMI: “Helicopters and airplanes are being used in the ongoing fight against wildfires in South Carolina. April is typically the worst month for wildfires across the state.” ca.news.yahoo.com/aircraft-dro... - @yahoonews.com (Canada)

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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

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

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

Wildfires prompt evacuations and an emergency declaration in the Carolinas - World News Wildfires forced a mandatory evacuation in one North Carolina county as emergency crews fought separate fires in an area of the state still recovering from Hurricane Helene, while South Carolina's gov...

“Wildfires forced a mandatory evacuation in one North Carolina county as emergency crews fought separate fires in an area of the state still recovering from Hurricane Helene, while South Carolina's governor declared an emergency...” www.castanet.net/news/World/5... - @castanet.net

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1 year ago

Authorities traced this Myrtle Beach wildfire to a South Carolina woman’s backyard. She is now facing charges | CNN A South Carolina woman faces charges after igniting yard debris that burned out of control and allegedly sparked a wildfire that has scorched more than 2,000 acres near Myrtle Beach, the state’s fores...

Authorities traced this #MyrtleBeach wildfire to a South Carolina woman’s backyard. She is now facing charges: www.cnn.com/2025/03/09/u... - CNN

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1 year ago

Carolina Forest wildfire remains 55% contained on day 9 Drier conditions are increasing the risk of flare-ups while crews battle the Carolina Forest wildfire for a sixth straight day.

“Carolina Forest wildfire remains 55% contained on day 9” www.wmbfnews.com/2025/03/09/c... - WMBF News

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1 year ago

South Carolina woman arrested in connection with Myrtle Beach wildfire Alexandra Bialousow, 40, was accused of igniting the Covington Drive Fire, which burned more than 2,000 acres, according to officials.

“A woman accused of igniting a more than 2,000 acre wildfire last week in South Carolina, threatening the lives and homes of hundreds, has been arrested and charged, officials said on Friday.” www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news... - NBC News

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1 year ago

Gov. McMaster secures federal help for SC wildfire South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster announced Saturday the state secured federal assistance to combat a wildfire near Myrtle Beach.

“South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster announced Saturday the state secured federal assistance to combat a wildfire near Myrtle Beach.” wjactv.com/news/nation-... - WJAC

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1 year ago

Carolina wildfires followed months of weather whiplash, from drought to hurricane-fueled floods and back to drought Fires are a natural part of the landscape and essential for many species. But scores of fires at once were more than anyone bargained for.

ICYMI: “Carolina wildfires followed months of weather whiplash, from drought to hurricane-fueled floods and back to drought” theconversation.com/carolina-wil... - @us.theconversation.com

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1 year ago

Carolina fire maps show where wildfires burn in North and South Carolina Follow wildfire updates in North and South Carolina, where blazes erupted over the weekend. The largest stemmed from a forest fire near Myrtle Beach.

UPDATED: “Carolina fire maps show where wildfires burn in North and South Carolina” www.cbsnews.com/news/carolin... - CBS News

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1 year ago

Rain brings hope to Carolina Forest as residents face wildfire challenges All eyes have been on the severe weather entering the area, wondering how it will impact the wildfire in Carolina Forest.Residents of the Walker Woods Reserve

“HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — All eyes have been on the severe weather entering the area, wondering how it will impact the wildfire in Carolina Forest.” wpde.com/news/local/r... - WPDE

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1 year ago

Carolina fire maps show where wildfires burn in North and South Carolina Follow wildfire updates in North and South Carolina, where blazes erupted over the weekend. The largest stemmed from a forest fire near Myrtle Beach.

“Carolina fire maps show where wildfires burn in North and South Carolina” www.cbsnews.com/news/carolin... - CBS News

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1 year ago

‘Fire danger’ warning issued to North and South Carolina: Latest updates Carolinas brace for severe weather impacts amid increased fire danger and choking wildfire smoke as state officials say Carolina Forest wildfire ‘believed to be human-caused’

LIVE UPDATES: “Carolinas brace for severe weather impacts amid increased fire danger and choking wildfire smoke as state officials say Carolina Forest wildfire ‘believed to be human-caused’” www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a... - @the-independent.com

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1 year ago

‘Fire danger’ warning issued to North and South Carolina: Latest updates Carolinas brace for severe weather impacts amid increased fire danger and choking wildfire smoke as state officials say Carolina Forest wildfire ‘believed to be human-caused’

LIVE UPDATES: “Carolina wildfires latest: ‘Fire danger’ warning issued to North and South Carolina as largest blaze swells to 2,000 acres” www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a... - @the-independent.com

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1 year ago

‘Fire danger’ warning issued to North and South Carolina: Latest updates Hundreds of firefighters are battling the Carolina Forest fire that has engulfed more than 2,000 acres near South Carolina’s Myrtle Beach

LIVE UPDATES: “Carolina wildfires latest: ‘Fire danger’ warning issued to North and South Carolina as largest blaze swells to 2,000 acres” www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a... - @the-independent.com

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1 year ago

Smokey haze still blankets parts of the Carolinas as crews battle dozens of wildfires | CNN Even as conditions improved, heavy smoke persisted Monday across the Carolinas as firefighters battle wildfires scorching parts of the region.

“Even as conditions improved, heavy smoke persisted Monday across the Carolinas as firefighters battle wildfires scorching parts of the region.” www.cnn.com/2025/03/02/u... - CNN

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1 year ago

Emergency declared in North and South Carolina as wildfires force evacuations: Live A 1,600-acre large blaze near Carolina Forest, a community just west of tourist spot Myrtle Beach in South Carolina, was 30 percent contained on Sunday evening

“Carolina fires updates: Emergency declared in North and South Carolina as wildfires force evacuations” www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a... - @the-independent.com

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