Update on Transylvania County forest fires
TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) – Transylvania County is currently under a State of Emergency due to danger from three forest fires. Here is the latest information:
Pisgah National Forest Fire
Estimated to be at 1,882, with containment percentage currently unknown. The US Forest Service is reported to be focusing on this fire.
Persimmon Ridge Fire (South Carolina)
Estimated at approximately 2,078 acres, and is now 24% contained. As of Sunday, March 30, the wildfire has not breached into the county. The Southern Area Blue Team working this area is expected to maintain the boundaries on the fire and are working towards further containment.
Table Rock Fire (South Carolina)
Estimated at approximately 11,468 acres, and is reported to be 9% contained. The Table Rock wildfire has breached state lines and into Transylvania County. Multiple fire crews have been utilizing techniques such as back burning to continue strengthening containment.
There is currently a burn ban in place in the county. Evacuation areas are currently being evaluated, and are reportedly expected to begin reducing, and residents will be notified when it is safe to return home.
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