Western NC wildfires continue to burn. Latest on containment, evacuations, more
Including a 600 acre fire in Wilkes County, at least 6 wildfires were classified as 'active' in Western NC on March 31.
Burn ban lifted in most North Carolina counties, but officials say wildfire risk remains
The statewide burn ban in North Carolina is beginning to ease, but officials say not all areas are in the clear as dry ...
Burn ban lifted in 19 NC counties as fire danger improves
The North Carolina Forest Service has lifted an open burning ban for 19 counties, effective 8 a.m. Friday.
Colts Wire
Is there a wildfire in Western NC? What we know about location, containment
Several wildfires have scorched areas in Western North Carolina. Here's where fires are in North Carolina, burn bans, drought conditions and more.
NC burn ban ends in 81 counties: What is and isn't allowed with outdoor burning in North Carolina
Even when we're not in a burn ban, some outdoor burning (or open burning) is prohibited in North Carolina.