Wildfires Ravage Carolinas, Prompting Evacuations and Burn Bans

Wildfires have engulfed parts of North and South Carolina, leading to widespread evacuations and the imposition of burn bans across affected areas. In Polk County, North Carolina, a significant fire has consumed over 3,000 acres, exacerbated by the remnants of Hurricane Helene, which left the region with dry conditions conducive to rapid fire spread. Firefighters from across the Carolinas are battling multiple blazes, with additional support arriving from New Jersey to tackle a particularly challenging forest fire.

The situation in the Carolinas has escalated to a critical level, with mandatory evacuations ordered in several communities. Authorities have also implemented burn bans to prevent further outbreaks of fires amidst the ongoing crisis. The National Weather Service has warned of continued high winds and low humidity, factors that could further fuel the fires.

Residents are urged to stay informed through local emergency management agencies and to heed evacuation orders promptly. The fires have already caused significant damage to property and disrupted the lives of many in the region, highlighting the severe impact of natural disasters on communities.

• Hurricane Helene
• North Carolina
• Polk County
• South Carolina

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Where are the fires in western NC?

The largest fires in WNC were the Deep Woods and Black Cove fires in Polk County not far from Hendersonville, that forced evacuations and were burning over a combined 4,621 acres with 0% containment as of the evening of March 23. There also was a fire in Burke County, just east of WNC.

Where is the wildfire in South Carolina?

The Table Rock Fire in Pickens County, northwest South Carolina, ignited Friday and has grown to more than 1,300 acres, the commission said in a Sunday night update.

Why is Table Rock on fire?

The Pickens County sheriff says two negligent hikers started a fire, and his deputies just barely escaped. That wildfire is burning at Table Rock State Park in Pickens County, South Carolina.

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