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McDowell County under high fire danger advisory due to dry conditions
"The combination of dry fuels and gusty winds will lead to an increased danger of wildfires across western North Carolina.” ...
Wildfire near Marion grows to 52 acres, 90% containment
The wildfire burning north of Marion has expanded to an estimated 52 acres, with containment currently at 90%, the U.S. Forest Service confirmed on Feb. 26.
The largest wildfire in Texas history started one year ago. What are the current conditions?
It has been one year since the largest wildfire in Texas' recorded history ignited in the Texas Panhandle. DALLAS — One year ...
The Texas Tribune22h
A year after Texas’ largest wildfire, Panhandle residents tugged between hope and anxiety
The Panhandle town of Canadian is determined to move beyond the deadly fire. And yet, they are reminded almost daily another ...
Remembering the Smokehouse Creek Fire one year later
One year ago today, the Smokehouse Creek Fire started. It ended up being the largest wildfire in Texas history.
McDowell County honors fallen firefighter Steve Lytle with funeral service
MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — On Tuesday, Feb. 25, McDowell County firefighter Steve Lytle will be laid to rest. A funeral ...
The McDowell News4d
McDowell County Crooked Creek fire chief remembered by friends as dedicated, community servant
Lytle, 49, spent 17 years at the helm of Crooked Creek, in McDowell County, before stepping down to assistant chief last year ...