From timber to tinder: NC forestry officials worry about growing fire dangers, fewer workers

Forestry officials and the state fire marshal warned legislators that North Carolina needs to be much better prepared to ...

'We are not prepared' | Fire leaders warn North Carolina faces growing wildfire threat

Rising fire numbers and damage left behind by Hurricane Helene are creating new challenges for crews across the state.
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NC state fire officials: 'We are not prepared' for post-Helene wildfire risk

North Carolina's Forest Service is having a hard time retaining firefighters, even as incidents of wildfires climb across the ...

Wildfire on Dare County mainland is 1,200 acres

The North Carolina Forest Service was working a wildfire in the area near the bombing ranges north and west of Stumpy Point ...
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North Carolina Forest Service warns of increased wildfire risk in January

JACKSONVILLE, N.C. — (WNCT) The North Carolina Forest Service is anticipating an active January for wildfires. The Forest Service reports that December saw a 32% increase in wildfires compared to ...

UPDATE: Georges Branch Road fire at 52 acres, 65% containment

The North Carolina Forest Service's website is showing a fire near Georges Branch Road in Candler.
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Prescribed Fire At Jordan Lake Could Lead To Smoky Conditions For Chapel Hill Residents

An upcoming controlled burn at Jordan Lake could lead to Chapel Hill residents experiencing smokey conditions for a multi-day period. A release from the North Carolina Forest Service Wednesday said ...

Georgia man accused of starting series of fires near state line, charged in 2 states

Officials said he was charged in both North Carolina and Georgia.
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NC Forest Service warns of increased wildfire risk in January

JACKSONVILLE, N.C.- (WNCT) North Carolina Forest Service is anticipating an active January for wildfires. The forest service says that December saw a 32% increase in wildfires from December 2024. One ...