Western NC wildfires map: See the latest with our interactive map
March wildfires have impacted parts of Western North Carolina, as well as the South Carolina Upstate. The largest fires in ...
Rain near Western North Carolina mountains expected to help firefighters combat wildfires
Rain over the weekend helped fire crews in the region, and they hope more rain and thunderstorms will suppress wildfires ...
Blaze scorching western North Carolina is now 'highest priority fire in the US'
Firefighters continue preparing firebreaks and protecting structures in anticipation of elevated temperatures, high winds and ...
Asheville Answers: How do the Western North Carolina fires impact wildlife?
Wildfires burned across WNC, fueled by dry weather and downed debris from Tropical Storm Helene. How did the fires impact ...
Forecasted rain will help contain raging wildfires in western North Carolina
Over 7,000 acres are burning in Black Cove and Deep Woods fires in Henderson and Polk counties. The Black Cove fire is 23% ...
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Asheville’s jobless rate — North Carolina’s highest — is ‘new and unwelcome’ territory
Months after Helene took lives and livelihoods, many Asheville residents haven’t returned to work. Some think there might be ...
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Western NC wildfires updates: See details on multiple fires in the region
Wildfires have been burning in Western North Carolina since March 19, leading to states of emergency, burned homes and evacuations. The fires have continued to grow, covering thousands of acres ...
Wildfires in western North Carolina: Weather conditions, containment updates
The fire was first reported on March 20, caused by a downed power line. North Carolina remains under a statewide burn ban.
Rain brings relief to western North Carolina wildfires
Rain helped cool the Black Cove Complex wildfires, slowing fire activity, but crews remain on alert for new challenges.
Where are wildfires burning in North Carolina? Check out this interactive map
Several wildfires are burning in North Carolina as the state is under a burn ban by the Forest Service. Check out the ...
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Air quality alerts: Code Purple in Henderson, Transylvania; Code Red in Buncombe, others
Transylvania and Henderson counties are under a Code Purple air quality advisory on Friday, March 28. Buncombe, Swain and Polk counties also have Code Red unhealthy air. How to know if the ...