Cooler temperatures arrive early this week
Sunshine returns to start the week with much cooler temperatures making a short appearance.
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Black Cove Complex fires scorch 6,500 acres, prompt evacuations in western North Carolina
Together, the blazes are known as the Black Cove Complex fires - but to the residents of Polk and Henderson counties, itβs yet another tragedy as they pick up the pieces Hurricane Helene left just six months ago.
Table Rock Fire quickly doubles in size
The Table Rock Fire in South Carolina nearly doubled in size on Wednesday growing to 4,556 acres.
Wildfires in North and South Carolina fueled by drought, wind and fallen trees from Hurricane Helene
Dry conditions, wind and trees downed by Hurricane Helene are fueling wildfires in North and South Carolina
Fire destroys home, over 100 vehicles in Burke County
As of 9 PM Saturday, the fire has scorched over 180 acres in the Triple community north of downtown Valdese.
Red Flag Warning in effect Saturday
A Red Flag Warning is in effect across parts of the Carolinas on Saturday as critical fire weather conditions move in.
Statewide burn ban in effect in NC until further notice
Due to an increased fire risk, the North Carolina Forest Service has issued a burn ban for all counties in North Carolina.
Firefighters battle multiple wildfires in Polk County, N.C.
Multiple wildfires are burning in western North Carolina. Due to the fire risk, there is a burn ban in place for the entire state.
WeatherWise Alert: wind advisory in effect Thursday night for the high country
Strong northwest gusts up to 50-60 mph possible for the mountains, along with accumulating snow Thursday night.
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