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With fires spreading, evacuations have been issued for Polk, Henderson, Rutherford, Greenville and Pickens counties in the Carolinas. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Wildfires in both North Carolina and South Carolina are continuing to spread with litte-to-no containment. The biggest fires are within 20 miles of each other. In North Carolina, the Black Cove, Deep Woods and Fish Hook fires are now being tracked under the consolidated umbrella of the Black Cove complex. The fires, which started…

The North Carolina National Guard rescued an injured firefighter trapped by a falling tree during wildfire operations in western North Carolina. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The North Carolina National Guard rescued a firefighter injured while combating wildfires in western North Carolina on Tuesday. The firefighter sustained injuries during clearing operations approximately 20 miles south of Asheville. While on duty, a falling tree trapped the firefighter, resulting in a serious leg injury. A specialized seven-member rescue team,…

Polk County Emergency Management on Friday afternoon issued a mandatory evacuation for all residents of the Piney Gate area. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Three massive wildfires continue to burn thousands of acres in western North Carolina.  With over 5,000 acres burned, two of the biggest fires remain uncontained. As of Tuesday, the Black Cove Fire had burned an estimated 3,046 acres and was 0% contained. The Deep Woods Fire is approximately 2,923 acres and also 0% contained….

Polk County Emergency Management on Friday afternoon issued a mandatory evacuation for all residents of the Piney Gate area. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Three massive wildfires continue to burn thousands of acres in western North Carolina.  With over 5,000 acres burned, two of the biggest fires remain uncontained. As of Tuesday, the Black Cove Fire had burned an estimated 3,046 acres and was 0% contained. The Deep Woods Fire is approximately 2,923 acres and also 0% contained….

When fires begin in rural areas, weather satellites in space are often the first to detect new smoke plumes. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The East Coast of the United States is getting a new watchful eye over its skies as the National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration prepares to turn weather observations over to a new satellite. The new satellite launched on June 25, 2024 and has been in testing for the past nine months. It will replace…

NC celebrated 15,000 fortified roofs as leaders push for storm-ready homes and tax-free grants to expand access amid rising climate risks and insurance costs. RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina reached a major milestone in coastal resilience Friday, celebrating the installation of its 15,000th fortified roof—an upgrade designed to protect homes from hurricane-force winds and heavy rain. The North Carolina Insurance Underwriting Association (NCIUA) hosted a luncheon Friday to mark the achievement. NCIUA has invested more…

Polk County Emergency Management on Friday afternoon issued a mandatory evacuation for all residents of the Piney Gate area. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — More evacuations were issued in Polk County as crews three massive wildfires continue to burn thousands of acres in western North Carolina.  As of 7 p.m. Sunday, the Black Cove fire had burned an estimated 2,076 acres and was 0% contained. The Deep Woods Fire is approximately 2,545 acres and also 0% contained….

Polk County Emergency Management on Friday afternoon issued a mandatory evacuation for all residents of the Piney Gate area. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — More evacuations were issued in Polk County as crews three massive wildfires continue to burn thousands of acres in western North Carolina.  As of 7 p.m. Sunday, the Black Cove fire had burned an estimated 2,076 acres and was 0% contained. The Deep Woods Fire is approximately 2,545 acres and also 0% contained….

Polk County Emergency Management on Friday afternoon issued a mandatory evacuation for all residents of the Piney Gate area. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — More evacuations were issued in Polk County as crews three massive wildfires continue to burn thousands of acres in western North Carolina.  As of 12 p.m. Sunday, the Black Cove fire had burned an estimated 1,239 acres and was 0% contained. The Deep Woods Fire is approximately 1,802 acres and also 0% contained….

Polk County Emergency Management on Friday afternoon issued a mandatory evacuation for all residents of the Piney Gate area. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — More evacuations were issued in Polk County as crews three massive wildfires continue to burn thousands of acres in western North Carolina.  As of 12 p.m. Sunday, the Black Cove fire had burned an estimated 1,239 acres and was 0% contained. The Deep Woods Fire is approximately 1,802 acres and also 0% contained….

Evacuations related to that fire have been lifted. Evacuation orders remain in place in some areas around the Carolinas as other fires continue to burn. CALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. — A large wildfire burned between 45 and 60 acres of land near the Caldwell-Wilkes county line on Saturday, forcing temporary evacuations as flames threatened nearby homes. Fire crews were called to the area around Caleb Lane on Highway 268 in Caldwell County at approximately 2:30 p.m….

Evacuations related to that fire have been lifted. Evacuation orders remain in place in some areas around the Carolinas as other fires continue to burn. CALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. — A large wildfire burned between 45 and 60 acres of land near the Caldwell-Wilkes county line on Saturday, forcing temporary evacuations as flames threatened nearby homes. Fire crews were called to the area around Caleb Lane on Highway 268 in Caldwell County at approximately 2:30 p.m….

Firefighters are working to contain hot spots on Sunday. ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. — Firefighters and the North Carolina Forest Service are working to contain a large brush fire that spread from Stokes County into Rockingham County. According to the North Carolina Forest Service, the fire is approximately 250 acres and is 50% contained, as of 10 a.m. Sunday. Residents in the area were shocked when they learned about the fire. Brienna Reynolds didn’t expect to…

Firefighters are working to contain hot spots on Sunday. ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. — Firefighters and the North Carolina Forest Service are working to contain a large brush fire that spread from Stokes County into Rockingham County. According to the North Carolina Forest Service, the fire is approximately 250 acres and is 50% contained, as of 10 a.m. Sunday. As of Sunday morning, 125 wildfires have burned more than 3,500 acres across North Carolina. Residents in…

The fire is now burning across 200 acres of land. WILKES COUNTY, N.C. — There is an active wildfire in Wilkes County, according to Wilkes County EMS.  The wildfire is located on the mountainside of Old Highway 16 near the Wilkes and Ashe County line.  The North Carolina Forestry Service, Wilbar Fire Department, Wilkes County FAST Team, Wilkes County EMS, and Wilkes County Emergency Management are responding to the wildfire.  Officials say crews are battling…