Wildfires prompt evacuations in Western NC, SC, after dry and windy conditions
The South Carolina Forestry Commission, which tracks wildfires on its website, said there are 144 active wildfires in the state. Fires in the Carolina Forest in Horry County prompted evacuations from homes near Myrtle Beach. But evacuation orders were lifted Sunday evening.
Crews battle wildfires in North and South Carolina amid dry conditions and gusty winds
Crews battled wildfires in North and South Carolina on Sunday amid dry conditions and gusty winds as residents were forced to evacuate in some areas. The National Weather Service warned of increased fire danger in the region due to a combination of critically dry fuels and very low relative humidity.
175 wildfires in North and South Carolina force some evacuations
Wildfires in North and South Carolina have scorched thousands of acres as crews battling more than 175 blazes face dry and windy conditions.
Wildfires sweep through North and South Carolina, fire crews on high alert
Wildfires spread across several regions in North and South Carolina
Carolina Fire Maps Show Where Blazes Burning in North, South Carolina
A state of emergency has been declared in North Carolina as its southern neighbor battles fires in four forests.
Crews battle Croatan National Forest wildfire amid dry and windy conditions
Officials says the Croatan National Forest wildfire off Nine Foot Road began around 4 p.m. Saturday behind Croatan Drive and became a threat to homes off Rams Horn Road as strong winds blew the fire east.
Lighter Winds Help Crews Fighting Wildfires in South and North Carolina
Lighter winds in South Carolina and North Carolina are helping firefighters battle blazes that caused evacuations and threatened hundreds of homes over the weekend
Wildfires rage across the Carolinas; South Carolina governor issues state of emergency
The National Weather Service issued advisories on Sunday from Georgia to New Jersey warning of an increased risk of wildfires.
Escaped yard fires cause nearly half of North Carolina wildfires, NCFS says
N.C. Forest Service officials urge the public to follow best practices regarding outdoor burning as the state's spring ...
N.C. Forest Service urges residents to be careful during spring wildfire season
The leading cause of wildfires across the state is escaped yard debris burns, leading to nearly half of wildfires in North ...
Helene debris as kindling: Wildfires burn in WNC: Polk, Nantahala, Pisgah Forest
A nearly 500-acre fire burns in Polk County, triggering a voluntary evacuation. Officials say Helene debris has left the ...
Major wildfires continue to burn in North Carolina, U.S. Forest Service says
Officials say the largest fire is happening in Uwharrie National Forest in Montgomery County, with about 300 acres burned, ...
After thousands terminated from US Forest Service, some WNC-based staff are reinstated
Some Western North Carolina U.S. Forest Service employees who were fired in a dramatic purge of federal workers have had ...
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Tryon forest fire 30% contained, has burned over 500 acres
TRYON—A brush fire that spread rapidly on Saturday, March 1, has now burned over 500 acres between Tryon and Saluda and was 30% contained as of Sunday evening, officials say. Back-burning operations ...
North Carolina Forest Service: Out-of-control brush fire in Polk County prompts evacuations, 0% contained
Evacuations remain for residents in Polk County due to an over 400-acre brush fire. According to the Polk County Emergency ...
Appalachian Trail in NC, Tennessee: What to know after Helene, including closures, job cuts
There are approximately 96 miles of the Appalachian Trail in North Carolina. The U.S. Forest Service saw a 10% cut in staff ...