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 ...
WNC faces extreme fire risk today with dry conditions and gusty winds
A combination of gusty winds, low relative humidity, and abnormally dry conditions have led to elevated fire danger today.
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 ...
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‘Leave immediately’: Evacuations ordered for ‘out of control’ wildfire in western NC
OLD FORT, N.C. (WSPA/WNCN) — An “out of control” wildfire burning in western North Carolina is forcing residents to evacuate from their homes on Wednesday, according to the McDowell County ...
Crews continue to make progress on wildfires in McDowell County
As of about 7 a.m. Thursday, there were no reported injuries or fatalities.