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Western NC wildfire April 21 updates: 3 fires are burning with 27% containment or less
Despite constant efforts from hundreds of firefighters, containment remains low on the three fires. Here's what we know.
Fast-growing wildfire in McDowell County triggers evacuations south of Little Switzerland
A fast-growing wildfire broke out in northern McDowell County near Little Switzerland April 14, prompting evacuations of ...
Firefighters make progress on Bee Rock Creek Fire in McDowell County
Firefighters have achieved 27% containment of the Bee Rock Creek Fire, which has burned 1,047 acres in steep terrain and ...
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Evacuation order persists as wildfire burns in Pisgah National Forest
SUNDAY. SATURDAY? EXCUSE ME. THROUGH MIDNIGHT ON SATURDAY DUE TO THE Evacuations have been issued after a wildfire began in McDowell County, North Carolina, on Tuesday.Interactive map of ...
McDowell County wildfire burns more than 850 acres
The fire forced evacuations this week and was burning in one of the hardest-hit areas from Hurricane Helene last September.
Western NC wildfires continue to grow, 10% containment or less: See the latest April 18
The U.S. Forest Service provided April 18 updates on the Haoe Lead Fire and Bee Rock Creek Fire. Here's what we know.
McDowell County wildfire spreads to 1,314 acres, evacuation orders in place
The Bee Rock Creek Fire in McDowell County has grown to over 1,314 acres and is 27% contained, state officials said.
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Fast-growing wildfire in McDowell County triggers evacuations south of Little Switzerland
A fast-growing wildfire broke out in northern McDowell County near Little Switzerland April 14, prompting evacuations of nearby residences. U.S. Forest Service crews are responding to the wildfire ...
Bee Rock Branch Fire prompts evacuation on Wild Acres Road as blaze hits 175 acres
The fire, now being referred to as the Bee Rock Branch Fire, is currently burning south of Wild Acres Road and north of ...