Red flag warning leads to burn ban issued for McDowell County
The combination of dry fuels and gusty winds will lead to an increased danger of wildfires across western North Carolina.
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Western North Carolinians “give back” huge donations to hard-hit McDowell community
The community of Jolo, like the rest of McDowell County, is recovering from devastating flooding. This severe weather hit ...
Armstrong Fire in McDowell County 90% contained. 50+ acres burned.
A 52-acre wildfire in McDowell County is now 90% contained, the U.S. Forest Service says. The fire is burning in a area hit ...
County-by-county: North Carolina fire danger
Several factors, including strong winds and drought conditions, are contributing to the spread of fires, including the ...
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Multiple burn bans remain in Western North Carolina
A Red Flag Warning for Northeast Georgia and the Western Carolinas prompted a burn ban to be placed in McDowell County, North Carolina.
Burn ban issued in McDowell County due to critical fire weather conditions
A burn ban is now in effect for McDowell County. The McDowell County Fire Marshal's Office issued an open burning ban due to ...
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One suspect arrested, another wanted after bomb threat at McDowell County Courthouse, deputies say
The McDowell County Sheriff's Office said one person was arrested and another is wanted in connection with a bomb threat at ...
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Cause found for McDowell County wildfire, now 52 acres, 90% contained
Firefighters in McDowell County made progress in containing the Armstrong fire Wednesday, which is now 52 acres and 90% ...
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McDowell County under high fire danger advisory due to dry conditions
"The combination of dry fuels and gusty winds will lead to an increased danger of wildfires across western North Carolina.” ...