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'Hope, sadness, and remembrance': western North Carolina slowly heals six months after Helene
βI think the reality is, many folks donβt understand how much work is ahead of us," says William Carpenter, executive director of the Valley Hope Foundation.
Smoke from Carolina wildfires triggers 'Code Purple' air quality alert in Western N.C.
Code Purple air quality alert issued for Transylvania County Thursday with officials urging residents to avoid outdoor activities as wildfire smoke blankets the region.
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.
