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USA Today
05-03-2025
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- USA Today
North, South Carolina fires ablaze as severe weather threatens states: See wildfire maps
North, South Carolina fires ablaze as severe weather threatens states: See wildfire maps In North Carolina alone, around 2,235 acres are on fire, according to the North Carolina Forest Service. Show Caption Hide Caption South Carolina couple's dramatic evacuation from wildfire Two South Carolina residents captured their harrowing experience while evacuating from the Carolina Forest fire. Firefighters are working to put out over 175 wildfires across North and South Carolina, as threats of severe storms and tornadoes loom over the states. Wildfires erupted in the area over the weekend due to dry conditions and low humidity, according to the National Weather Service. The fires prompted evacuation orders across both states. As firefighters make gains in North Carolina, the state faces an enhanced risk of severe storms on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with the "main hazards" being "damaging straight line winds and isolated tornadoes," according to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, North Carolina. On Wednesday, there's also a chance for numerous severe thunderstorms to move across Charleston, South Carolina, according to the National Weather Service in Charleston. North Carolina wildfire map South Carolina wildfire map North Carolina's biggest fire: Melrose Fire Dozens of fires have been reported or are classified as active across North Carolina, according to the North Carolina Forest Service. The Melrose Fire, a fire in Polk County, North Carolina, around 85 miles west of Charlotte, is the biggest active fire in the state at 593 acres and is currently 63% contained. The county is under evacuation due to the large fire. As of Tuesday, at 8:30 a.m. ET, 189 fires in North Carolina have set around 2,235 acres ablaze, according to the North Carolina Forest Service's website. Included in the number of fires are active, controlled, contained and reported fires. South Carolina Forestry Commission Burning ban On Saturday, the South Carolina Forestry Commission issued a statewide burning ban that prohibited all outdoor burning, including the following, according to a media advisory: Yard debris burning Prescribed burning Campfires The state saw 102 wildfire ignitions on Saturday alone, the day the ban was issued. "While a majority of the current wildfire activity is concentrated in the Pee Dee region, the rest of the state is experiencing a dramatic uptick in wildfires today, straining the capacity of agency firefighters to respond," the commission's media advisory stated. Contributing: Christopher Cann, Thao Nguyen; USA TODAY Julia is a trending reporter for USA TODAY. You can connect with her on LinkedIn, follow her on X, formerly known as Twitter, Instagram and TikTok: @juliamariegz, or email her at jgomez@
USA Today
03-03-2025
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- USA Today
Wildfire maps: See where fires are burning in North Carolina, South Carolina
Wildfire maps: See where fires are burning in North Carolina, South Carolina Show Caption Hide Caption Wildfires in North and South Carolina burn near homes Dozens of wildfires were burning in South Carolina prompting the governor to declare a state of emergency. Dozens of wildfires in North and South Carolina prompted the evacuation of thousands of people from their homes Sunday as the area was plagued with dry conditions and gusty winds. In South Carolina, 175 wildfires burned across the state, scorching over 4,200 acres of land and straining firefighting resources, according to the state fire marshal's office. Response operations were ongoing in various areas, including Horry, Spartanburg, Union, Oconee, and Pickens counties. The largest of the brush fires erupted Saturday in Carolina Forest, a community west of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The fire exploded in size overnight, forcing residents in at least a half dozen neighborhoods to flee their homes, officials said. South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster issued a state of emergency Sunday to unlock funds and resources for the ongoing response effort. A statewide ban on outdoor fires remains in effect, he said. In North Carolina, a wildfire burning in the Blue Ridge mountains was threatening the communities of Saluda and Tryon, which are located near the South Carolina border. Wildfires rage across the Carolinas: South Carolina governor issues state of emergency, more The so-called Melrose Fire burned 400 acres of land as of Sunday afternoon and remained uncontained, according to Polk County Emergency Management. "As of right now, evacuations are still voluntary for those in the affected areas of this fire," the agency said. See maps of the wildfires in the Carolinas below. North Carolina wildfire Map South Carolina wildfire Map
Yahoo
03-03-2025
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- Yahoo
Melrose fire now 481 acres, 30% contained
POLK COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA)- A wildfire which sparked Saturday in Polk County has been 30% contained as of Monday morning, according to fire officials. The North Carolina Forestry Service and Polk County Emergency Management reports the Melrose Fire is up to 481 acres in size with 30% contained. The fire is now larger than the 431-acre wildfire which ignited in nearby Henderson County in 2023. Firefighting crews will be starting back burn operations soon and working to reinforce existing fire lines. Crews are continuing to protect homes in the area from the fire. A burn ban remains in effect for Polk and McDowell counties as of Monday morning. We will continue to provide updates as they become available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-03-2025
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- Yahoo
Wildfire maps: See where fires are burning in North Carolina, South Carolina
Dozens of wildfires in North and South Carolina prompted the evacuation of thousands of people from their homes Sunday as the area was plagued with dry conditions and gusty winds. In South Carolina, 175 wildfires burned across the state, scorching over 4,200 acres of land and straining firefighting resources, according to the state fire marshal's office. Response operations were ongoing in various areas, including Horry, Spartanburg, Union, Oconee, and Pickens counties. The largest of the brush fires erupted Saturday in Carolina Forest, a community west of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The fire exploded in size overnight, forcing residents in at least a half dozen neighborhoods to flee their homes, officials said. South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster issued a state of emergency Sunday to unlock funds and resources for the ongoing response effort. A statewide ban on outdoor fires remains in effect, he said. In North Carolina, a wildfire burning in the Blue Ridge mountains was threatening the communities of Saluda and Tryon, which are located near the South Carolina border. Wildfires rage across the Carolinas: South Carolina governor issues state of emergency, more The so-called Melrose Fire burned 400 acres of land as of Sunday afternoon and remained uncontained, according to Polk County Emergency Management. "As of right now, evacuations are still voluntary for those in the affected areas of this fire," the agency said. See maps of the wildfires in the Carolinas below. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Wildfires map: See where fires are burning in North, South Carolina
Yahoo
03-03-2025
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- Yahoo
Wildfire maps: See where fires are burning in North Carolina, South Carolina
Dozens of wildfires in North and South Carolina prompted the evacuation of thousands of people from their homes Sunday as the area was plagued with dry conditions and gusty winds. In South Carolina, 175 wildfires burned across the state, scorching over 4,200 acres of land and straining firefighting resources, according to the state fire marshal's office. Response operations were ongoing in various areas, including Horry, Spartanburg, Union, Oconee, and Pickens counties. The largest of the brush fires erupted Saturday in Carolina Forest, a community west of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The fire exploded in size overnight, forcing residents in at least a half dozen neighborhoods to flee their homes, officials said. South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster issued a state of emergency Sunday to unlock funds and resources for the ongoing response effort. A statewide ban on outdoor fires remains in effect, he said. In North Carolina, a wildfire burning in the Blue Ridge mountains was threatening the communities of Saluda and Tryon, which are located near the South Carolina border. Wildfires rage across the Carolinas: South Carolina governor issues state of emergency, more The so-called Melrose Fire burned 400 acres of land as of Sunday afternoon and remained uncontained, according to Polk County Emergency Management. "As of right now, evacuations are still voluntary for those in the affected areas of this fire," the agency said. See maps of the wildfires in the Carolinas below. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Wildfires map: See where fires are burning in North, South Carolina
