Wildfires break out in North Carolina town ravaged by Hurricane Helene
The fire is happening while Western North Carolina is under an increased fire danger warning due to gusty winds, making it more difficult to contain.
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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Three wildfires burn in McDowell County, crews make progress with containment
An out of control wildfire is currently burning in the Bat Cave Road area in Old Fort, North Carolina and has forced some evacuations. This area is under an increased fire danger until Wednesday ...
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Governor Josh Stein visits Eastern Elementary School during wellness week
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein made a stop at an elementary school in Eastern N.C. Wednesday morning. The Ward-Hancock ...
Evacuations Are Ordered as Wildfire Breaks Out in Western North Carolina
The wildfire strikes an inland region of North Carolina that is still recovering from the damage wrought by Hurricane Helene ...
Portion of Swannanoa River Road reopens after major repairs following Helene
A damaged section of Swannanoa River Road is back open to the public for the first time since Helene hit over four months ago ...
U.S. Attorney for Eastern District of North Carolina to resign after 3+ years of service
The U.S. Attorney of the Eastern District of North Carolina, Michael F. Easley Jr., is concluding his service on Feb. 3.