2nd wildfire breaks out in Helene-ravaged North Carolina county …
Jan 29, 2025 · A second wildfire has erupted in western North Carolina's McDowell County, an area that was ravaged by Hurricane Helene just four months ago, nearly to the day, officials said.
Wildfire near Old Fort prompts evacuations; two other fires …
Jan 29, 2025 · OLD FORT, N.C. (WLOS) — An "out of control" wildfire near Old Fort has prompted evacuation orders for nearby residents as a second fire is reported north of Marion. The Crooked Creek...
Evacuations Are Ordered as Wildfire Breaks Out in Western North Carolina
Jan 29, 2025 · The Crooked Creek fire is threatening the nearby town of Old Fort, N.C., a small Western North Carolina community about 25 miles from Asheville. High winds and dry conditions are pushing the fire ...
Western NC wildfire fully contained after prompting evacuations in Old …
Jan 31, 2025 · OLD FORT, N.C. (WTVD) -- Firefighters made progress on the wildfire in western North Carolina that prompted evacuations. The Crooked Creek fire in McDowell County is now 100% contained. The...
Old Fort wildfire now burns 220 acres; new North Creek fire …
Jan 30, 2025 · The Crooked Creek fire in Old Fort burned 220 acres through the evening of Jan. 29, but is currently at 55% containment, according to an update the morning of Jan. 30 from McDowell County's...
Evacuations Issued for 200-Acre Wildfire in McDowell County
Jan 29, 2025 · A 150-acre wildfire in McDowell County, NC, has prompted evacuation orders for residents near Old Fort as firefighters battle strong winds to contain the blaze.
Evacuation orders lifted, McDowell Co. wildfire now 100% contained
Jan 29, 2025 · OLD FORT, N.C. (WSPA) – A 220-acre wildfire in McDowell County is now fully contained. The Crooked Creek Fire began just before 11 a.m. Wednesday near Bat Cave Road south of Old Fort in...
North Carolina Wildfire: Map Shows Active Incidents in Area
Jan 30, 2025 · Authorities have opened an emergency shelter for displaced residents at 203 East Main Street in Old Fort, urging those in affected areas to leave immediately. "High winds continue to create...
Evacuation order given for some in Old Fort as 'out of control ...
Jan 29, 2025 · An evacuation order has been issued for residents along Bat Cave Road in Old Fort as an "out of control" wildfire began to burn the afternoon of Jan. 29, according to the McDowell County...
Crooked Creek Fire prompts evacuations in Western North Carolina
Jan 30, 2025 · The North Carolina Forest Service says 255 active wildfires can be found across the state as of Wednesday evening – but the Crooked Creek Fire is currently the biggest. The good news is that more rain chances are on the way – hopefully they can bring some relief to an area that still needs so much help.