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Is rain forecasted for western North Carolina? Wildfire areas to see relief from rain

North Carolina is still battling several wildfires that were first reported over a week ago. Will they get some relief from rain today? See forecast.

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Forecasted rain will help contain raging wildfires in western North Carolina

Over 7,000 acres are burning in Black Cove and Deep Woods fires in Henderson and Polk counties. The Black Cove fire is 23% contained, according to the North Carolina Fire Weather Intelligence Portal, and the Deep Woods fire is 32% contained.

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Air quality alert for Western North Carolina until early Monday, says the NWS

On Sunday at 2:35 a.m. the NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC reported an air quality alert in effect until Monday at 12:15 a.m.

Wildfires in western North Carolina: Weather conditions, containment updates

The fire was first reported on March 20, caused by a downed power line. North Carolina remains under a statewide burn ban. Governor Josh Stein declared a State of Emergency on March 26 in response to ...

UPDATE: Fire warning affecting Western North Carolina until Friday evening

On Thursday at 9:32 p.m. an updated red flag warning was issued by the NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC valid for Friday between ...

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UNC law students provide legal support to families in western North Carolina after Helene

Several students spent their spring break in Boone and Burnsville, helping families navigate appeals process of FEMA assistance.

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Western NC wildfires updates: See details on multiple fires in the region

Wildfires have been burning in Western North Carolina since March 19, leading to states of emergency, burned homes and evacuations. The fires have continued to grow, covering thousands of acres ...