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State-issued burn ban lifted for western NC counties, but residents urged to stay vigilant

A day after Western North Carolina received its first significant rainfall in two months, the N.C. Forest Service will lift its burn ban for most of WNC.

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Black Bear Fire in Haywood County grows to 1,888 acres, still at 42% containment

Despite Monday's gusty wind conditions, officials say fire behavior has been minimal.

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WNC Wildfires: Black Bear Fire now 42% contained, grows to 1,740 acres

WNC wildfire updates for Monday, Nov. 20, 2023

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Wildfire update: Black Bear Fire prompts closures, Poplar Drive Fire fully contained

Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023 wildfire updates for Western North Carolina

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Saturday Wildfire Roundup: Smoke from Black Bear Fire could reduce visibility on I-40

Firefighters continue making good progress on containing several wildfires across North Carolina, while more begin popping up.

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Over 700 fires have burned across North Carolina this month, officials say

Firefighters continue to make progress on several wildfires burning across Western North Carolina.

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One person charged after cause of Poplar Drive Fire determined; Fire nearly 100% contained

Officials have determined the cause of a large brush fire in Henderson County and have identified the person they believe is responsible for starting the fire.

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Over 700 fires have burned across North Carolina this month, officials say

Firefighters continue to make progress on several wildfires burning across Western North Carolina.

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Cruso Fire Department gears up for $300,000 truck courtesy of Biden's rural NC investment

The Cruso Volunteer Fire Department is getting a new $300,000 fire truck as part of the Biden administration's$15.6 million investment in rural North Carolina.

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Haywood Co. Man on Trial in Involuntary Manslaughter Case Involving Overdose Death of a Baby; Amplifies Call for Grandparents Rights

The trial of a Haywood County man charged in the death of his girlfriend's baby continued Thursday.

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