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South Carolina wildfire grows to more than 2,000 acres, firefighters concerned about strong winds Tuesday

Posted on March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

A massive wildfire in South Carolina is burning for a fourth straight day, with resources flooding to Horry County to slow down the spread. In a Monday night update, the South Carolina Forestry Commission (SCFC) said the fire is now 2,059 acres in size and 30% contained. It’s important to remember that contained does not mean extinguished; it means firefighters have created a barrier around 30% of the fire to prevent it from spreading. Hundreds…

Roof ripped off, damaged apartments, flipped over RVs: The DFW storm damage we saw

Posted on March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Interstate 35W was closed Tuesday morning as high winds overturned vehicles. DALLAS — Damage was reported across North Texas on Tuesday morning as severe storms moved through the Metroplex. Two 18-wheelers were tipped over by the wind on Interstate 35W at FM 1171 and Dale Earnhardt Boulevard, officials said. Traffic was shut down on I-35W while the winds died down and officials worked to get tow trucks on the scene to remove the vehicle. …

Firefighters concerned about winds picking up Tuesday as South Carolina wildfire grows to more than 2,000 acres

Posted on March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

A massive wildfire in South Carolina is burning for a fourth straight day, with resources flooding to Horry County to slow down the spread. As of the last update, the South Carolina Forestry Commission (SCFC) said the fire is now 2,059 acres in size and 30% contained. It’s important to remember that contained does not mean extinguished; it means firefighters have created a barrier around 30% of the fire to prevent it from spreading. Hundreds…

Central Texas prepares for wildfire threat with expanded response

Posted on March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

“I was a single mom at the time with three kids and we had to pull it together and rebuild. At the time, that was probably the worst moment in my life.” PFLUGERVILLE, Texas — Erichea Conti understands the full impact of a tragedy. In 2011, her home in Bastrop County burned down as fires quickly spread across the area. “I lost everything I owned. I was a single mom at the time with three…

Lighter winds help crews fighting wildfires in South and North Carolina

Posted on March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

March 3, 2025 (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News). (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News). MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — Lighter winds Monday helped crews in South Carolina and North Carolina battle wildfires that caused evacuations and threatened hundreds of homes over the weekend. Hundreds of firefighters from across South Carolina managed to keep a large blaze in Horry County near Myrtle Beach from destroying any homes despite social media videos of orange skies at night and flames engulfing pine trees…

Austin is at a 'potentially historic' risk of wildfires Tuesday. Here's how to prepare.

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Tuesday’s forecast includes low humidity levels, powerful winds and lots of sun: all the ingredients for wildfires to ignite and spread. National Weather Service officials said the conditions are dangerous and “potentially historic.” A red flag warning is in effect until Tuesday at 9 p.m. Meteorologists are expecting 30 mph sustained winds with gusts up to 55 mph. Humidity levels are expected to drop to 15% – in other words, the air will be super…

South Carolina's governor declares State of Emergency as massive wildfire grows to 1,600 acres

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Lighter winds Monday helped crews in South Carolina and North Carolina battle wildfires that caused evacuations and threatened hundreds of homes over the weekend. Officials in all of South Carolina banned almost all outdoor fires, including burning yard debris and campfires. They told residents to call 911 if they see a neighbor setting a fire. Hundreds of firefighters from across the state managed to keep the massive blaze in Horry County near Myrtle Beach from…

Staying weather alert: How to find your safe place during severe weather

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Do you know where you would go if life-threatening weather was approaching your home? What about your friends and family? With severe weather moving through the Carolinas Tuesday, it’s good to keep these safe places in mind. In the Carolinas, when we discuss your safe place, the WCNC Weather Impact Team is often referring to where you would go during a severe thunderstorm warning or a tornado warning. In this scenario, a…

Wildfires persist across Carolinas amid windy, dry conditions

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Weather impacts play a huge factor in determining fire spread. MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — As the sun rises over Carolina Forest near Myrtle Beach, a smoky haze blankets the area, signaling the continued presence of wildfires. Several factors, including strong winds and drought conditions, are contributing to the spread of these fires. The current drought conditions are exacerbated by the time of year. “This is our windy season, especially in March and April, which leads to…

York County crews help battle South Carolina wildfires

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Firefighters from several departments went to Horry County to relieve local crews battling the Carolina Forest fires. YORK COUNTY, S.C. — Firefighters from several agencies in York County were dispatched to Horry County, South Carolina, on Sunday to assist crews battling the Carolina Forest wildfires near Myrtle Beach. York County Emergency Management said firefighters from York County Fire, Bethesda and Hickory Grove left on Sunday to help fight the massive fires. Gov. Henry McMaster declared…

Crews battle wildfires in North and South Carolina amid dry conditions and gusty winds

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

47 seconds ago Photo: MGN (AP)—Crews battled wildfires in North and South Carolina on Sunday amid dry conditions and gusty winds as residents were forced to evacuate in some areas. The National Weather Service warned of increased fire danger in the region due to a combination of critically dry fuels and very low relative humidity. In South Carolina, where more than 175 fires burned 6.6 square miles (17 square kilometers), Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of…

As wildfires grip South Carolina, governor warns: Burn and you’ll go to jail

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Fire departments urge residents to adhere to an ongoing burn ban as dry conditions and wind spread wildfires across South Carolina. NEWBERRY COUNTY, S.C. — A Newberry County fire department is urging the community not to burn anything outdoors as it helps contain one of many active wildfires across the state on Sunday. Little Mountain Fire Department said it was assisting the Prosperity Fire Department with a “large woods fire” near Firetower Road and Highway…

Sebastian Aho's OT goal lifts Hurricanes past Flames 2-1

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

By BOB SUTTON, Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. — RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Sebastian Aho’s fifth overtime goal of the season tied an NHL record and came 3:16 into the extra session as the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Calgary Flames 2-1 on Sunday. Aho’s five OT winners matched Boston’s Brad Marchand (2017-18), Montreal’s Alex Galchenyuk (2016-17), Chicago’s Jonathan Toews (2015-16) and Tampa Bay’s Steven Stamkos (2011-12) for the most in a season. Jaccob Slavin also scored…

Hundreds of brush fires burn across North Carolina Saturday; several fires still burning Sunday

Posted on March 2, 2025March 2, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Crews continue to work to contain several large brush fires burning across the state Sunday. From the mountains to the coast, fires burned hundreds of acres Saturday. According to the North Carolina Forest Service map, there were more than 250 fires burning across the state on Saturday. While the brush fire threat isn’t as high as it was Saturday, the humidity is still very low. So it’s best not to burn Sunday. Several fires are still burning across North…

Texas’ biggest wildfire started a year ago. How does the Panhandle look now?

Posted on February 28, 2025February 28, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Osier Lindley, who visited Canadian in the aftermath of the fire and again one year later, said the state of recovery depends on the person. “Canadian has a population of just over 2,000 people. More than 50 homes in that town were lost. So if you did not lose your house personally, you know someone or multiple people who did,” she said. “There isn’t one person who wasn’t affected. And of course, these memories are…

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