McDowell County wildfire grows to more than 500 acres
MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) – A wildfire burning in northern McDowell County has grown to more than 500 acres as of Thursday morning.
The United States Forest Service said the Bee Rock Creek Fire is now 504 acres and is 10% contained.
Officials said the fire was moving through steep terrain and heavy storm debris near the Armstrong Fish Hatchery. Around 180 people are working to contain the fire.
Helicopters are being used to drop water on the fire.
Evacuation orders remain in effect for Wild Acres Road off North Carolina Highway 226 A, including Wild Acres Retreat.
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