Fire crews battle ‘out of control’ wildfire east of Asheville, people are told to evacuate
The 150-acre fire started after a tree fell on a power line on Bat Cave Road in Old Fort, an area already recovering from ...
Firefighters contain 100% of wildfire that prompted evacuations east of Asheville
Fire crews were able to contain the rest of the remaining 220-acre wildfire in the Crooked Creek community in McDowell County ...
North Carolina Wildfire: Map Shows Active Incidents in Area
The wildfire, named the Crooked Creek Fire, ignited near the town of Old Fort, which was impacted by Hurricane Helene last ...
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PFAS compounds found in more firefighting PPE
The latest NIST study provides more information about exposure risk for firefighters from their firefighting protective gear.
Wildfire spurs evacuations in Helene-ravaged North Carolina
Despite the monumental deluge Helene dumped on the region in late September and the catastrophic flooding, officials have warned about elevated wildfire risks.
North Carolina Forest Service warns of increased wildfire risk
As all of Southeast North Carolina faces a drought – with some communities in a severe drought – the North Carolina Forest ...
Wildfires erupt near North Carolina towns ravaged by Hurricane Helene
As of Thursday morning, the Crooked Creek Fire in McDowell County has burned an estimated 250 acres and is now 55% contained.
Wildfire in McDowell County a warning about dangers of drought conditions statewide
The N.C. Forest Service is warning North Carolinians to be prepared for wildfires and take the necessary steps to help ...