Wildfires prompt evacuation in the Carolinas as New Jersey crews battle their own blaze

Wildfires prompt evacuation in the Carolinas as New Jersey crews battle their own blaze

29 seconds ago (Photo: KAKE) POLK COUNTY, NC (AP) — Wildfires forced a mandatory evacuation Sunday in a North Carolina county still recovering from Hurricane Helene, and South Carolina’s governor declared an emergency in response to a growing wildfire in that state. Hundreds of miles north, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service was battling a blaze in the Wharton State Forest. The North Carolina Department of Public Safety announced a mandatory evacuation starting at 8:20…

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NC's biggest wildfires remain 0% contained

NC's biggest wildfires remain 0% contained

Polk County Emergency Management on Friday afternoon issued a mandatory evacuation for all residents of the Piney Gate area. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — More evacuations were issued in Polk County as crews three massive wildfires continue to burn thousands of acres in western North Carolina.  As of 7 p.m. Sunday, the Black Cove fire had burned an estimated 2,076 acres and was 0% contained. The Deep Woods Fire is approximately 2,545 acres and also 0% contained….

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Severe weather risk for Central Texas Sunday evening

Severe weather risk for Central Texas Sunday evening

Not everyone will see rain, but where storms form, some could be strong with wind or hail. AUSTIN, Texas — We hadn’t been active for much of Sunday, but we are now tracking some strong storms making their way through the Hill Country that could eventually reach the I-35 corridor and cause issues for the Austin metro. Timing for this will be around 8-8:30 p.m., before exiting out of the Coastal Plains by 10 p.m. …

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Over 200 firefighters from across NC battling Polk County wildfires; evacuations in place

Over 200 firefighters from across NC battling Polk County wildfires; evacuations in place

Polk County Emergency Management on Friday afternoon issued a mandatory evacuation for all residents of the Piney Gate area. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — More evacuations were issued in Polk County as crews three massive wildfires continue to burn thousands of acres in western North Carolina.  As of 7 p.m. Sunday, the Black Cove fire had burned an estimated 2,076 acres and was 0% contained. The Deep Woods Fire is approximately 2,545 acres and also 0% contained….

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Polk County wildfires have burned thousands of acres, still uncontained

Polk County wildfires have burned thousands of acres, still uncontained

Polk County Emergency Management on Friday afternoon issued a mandatory evacuation for all residents of the Piney Gate area. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — More evacuations were issued in Polk County as crews three massive wildfires continue to burn thousands of acres in western North Carolina.  As of 12 p.m. Sunday, the Black Cove fire had burned an estimated 1,239 acres and was 0% contained. The Deep Woods Fire is approximately 1,802 acres and also 0% contained….

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More evacuations ordered in Polk County as wildfires continue to spread

More evacuations ordered in Polk County as wildfires continue to spread

Polk County Emergency Management on Friday afternoon issued a mandatory evacuation for all residents of the Piney Gate area. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — More evacuations were issued in Polk County as crews three massive wildfires continue to burn thousands of acres in western North Carolina.  As of 12 p.m. Sunday, the Black Cove fire had burned an estimated 1,239 acres and was 0% contained. The Deep Woods Fire is approximately 1,802 acres and also 0% contained….

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Wildfire scorches up to 60 acres near Caldwell-Wilkes county border

Wildfire scorches up to 60 acres near Caldwell-Wilkes county border

Evacuations related to that fire have been lifted. Evacuation orders remain in place in some areas around the Carolinas as other fires continue to burn. CALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. — A large wildfire burned between 45 and 60 acres of land near the Caldwell-Wilkes county line on Saturday, forcing temporary evacuations as flames threatened nearby homes. Fire crews were called to the area around Caleb Lane on Highway 268 in Caldwell County at approximately 2:30 p.m….

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Crews control wildfire that burned 45-60 acres near Caldwell, Wilkes County line

Crews control wildfire that burned 45-60 acres near Caldwell, Wilkes County line

Evacuations related to that fire have been lifted. Evacuation orders remain in place in some areas around the Carolinas as other fires continue to burn. CALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. — A large wildfire burned between 45 and 60 acres of land near the Caldwell-Wilkes county line on Saturday, forcing temporary evacuations as flames threatened nearby homes. Fire crews were called to the area around Caleb Lane on Highway 268 in Caldwell County at approximately 2:30 p.m….

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Containment efforts continue for wildfire along Rockingham-Stokes County line

Containment efforts continue for wildfire along Rockingham-Stokes County line

Firefighters are working to contain hot spots on Sunday. ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. — Firefighters and the North Carolina Forest Service are working to contain a large brush fire that spread from Stokes County into Rockingham County. According to the North Carolina Forest Service, the fire is approximately 250 acres and is 50% contained, as of 10 a.m. Sunday. As of Sunday morning, 125 wildfires have burned more than 3,500 acres across North Carolina. Residents in…

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Crews work to contain wildfire burning near Rockingham, Stokes County border

Crews work to contain wildfire burning near Rockingham, Stokes County border

Firefighters are working to contain hot spots on Sunday. ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. — Firefighters and the North Carolina Forest Service are working to contain a large brush fire that spread from Stokes County into Rockingham County. According to the North Carolina Forest Service, the fire is approximately 250 acres and is 50% contained, as of 10 a.m. Sunday. Residents in the area were shocked when they learned about the fire. Brienna Reynolds didn’t expect to…

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Active wildfire in Wilkes County, multiple agencies responding

Active wildfire in Wilkes County, multiple agencies responding

The fire is now burning across 200 acres of land. WILKES COUNTY, N.C. — There is an active wildfire in Wilkes County, according to Wilkes County EMS.  The wildfire is located on the mountainside of Old Highway 16 near the Wilkes and Ashe County line.  The North Carolina Forestry Service, Wilbar Fire Department, Wilkes County FAST Team, Wilkes County EMS, and Wilkes County Emergency Management are responding to the wildfire.  Officials say crews are battling…

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Low-end severe weather risk for Central Texas Sunday evening

Low-end severe weather risk for Central Texas Sunday evening

Not everyone will see rain, but where storms form one or two could be strong with wind or hail. AUSTIN, Texas — It was a fantastic Saturday across Central Texas, but now we’re looking ahead to some changes in our forecast. These changes will include a quick storm chance Sunday evening with the potential for a couple of strong storms, followed by our most promising rain chances in a while, expected on Thursday and Friday…

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Hurricanes extend winning streak to 8 games with 3-1 victory over Sharks

Hurricanes extend winning streak to 8 games with 3-1 victory over Sharks

13 seconds ago The Carolina Hurricanes lost game one in 4 OT (Photo: NHL / MGN) SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Sebastian Aho, Seth Jarvis and Sean Walker each scored a goal, Frederik Andersen made 24 saves and the Carolina Hurricanes extended their winning streak to eight games with a 3-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night. The Hurricanes broke a 1-all tie on Aho’s 26th goal less than five minutes into…

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Crabapple wildfire near Fredericksburg fully contained after burning nearly 10,000 acres

Crabapple wildfire near Fredericksburg fully contained after burning nearly 10,000 acres

What started as a small fire Saturday afternoon grew to encompass thousands of acres, leaving behind scenes of blackened ground and ash-covered trees. FREDERICKSBURG, Texas — The Crabapple Fire is now fully contained.  Having burned nearly 9,900 acres, the wildfire that sparked north of Fredericksburg Saturday has reached 100% containment, meaning fire crews have cut it off from fuel that would allow it spread further.  However, “despite the 100 percent containment of the Crabapple Fire,…

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Residents return home as San Jacinto County wildfire reaches 65% containment

Residents return home as San Jacinto County wildfire reaches 65% containment

Residents are returning home as firefighters gain control over a major fire in San Jacinto County, which has burned over 2,400 acres. CLEVELAND, Texas — Residents are returning to their homes as firefighters gain control of the Pauline Road Fire in San Jacinto County, which has burned more than 2,400 acres and is now 65% contained. The wildfire, which began as an approved prescribed burn, destroyed one home and two smaller structures. Kacie Hardey, who…

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