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environment2 years ago•1 min saved

"NC Wildfire Grows to 16,000 Acres, Air Quality at Risk"

The Pulp Road Fire in Brunswick County, North Carolina, has grown to an estimated 16,000 acres and is causing hazardous driving conditions due to smoke and ash. The N.C. Forest Service has issued a Super Fog Alert for motorists traveling near NC 211 and NC 17. Air quality is a concern throughout Southeastern North Carolina, with Brunswick County under Red alert status and other counties under Orange or Yellow status. Crews are working to contain the wildfire, and people are urged to avoid the area and limit time outdoors if they have breathing issues.

via WWAY NewsChannel 3|

#air-quality #environment #hazardous-driving-conditions

natural-disasters2 years ago•1 min saved

Wildfires Ravage Thousands of Acres in Brunswick County, NC

The Pulp Road Fire in North Carolina has grown to an estimated 16,000 acres after two days of strategic firing operations. The fire has closed NC Highway 211 between Little Macedonia and Camp Branch roads until further notice. The N.C. Forest Service Red Incident Management Team will assume command of the Pulp Road Fire on Sunday. No injuries or structures are threatened at this time, but the Green Swamp Nature Preserve remains closed. The fire was caused by a prescribed burn operation conducted by the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission.

via WWAY NewsChannel 3|

#firefighters #natural-disasters #north-carolina

natural-disasters2 years ago•1 min saved

Coastal wildfire in NC engulfs over 16,000 acres, air quality to worsen.

The Pulp Road Fire in North Carolina remains at 11,500 acres, with firefighting crews using backfiring operations and aerial ignition to reduce unburned fuels. Smoke is expected to impact several communities throughout the day. The N.C. Forest Service Red Incident Management Team will assume command of the incident. The public is reminded to keep drones away from wildfires. No injuries or structures are threatened at this time, but the Green Swamp Nature Preserve remains closed. Highway 211 may potentially close to ensure safety for firefighters and travelers.

via WWAY NewsChannel 3|

#firefighting #green-swamp-nature-preserve #natural-disasters

natural-disaster2 years ago•1 min saved

"Wildfire in Brunswick County Causes Health Concerns and Smoke in Surrounding Areas"

The Pulp Road Fire in Brunswick County has grown to 11,500 acres with 0% containment. Strategic firing operations are being conducted to bring the fire's edge to the road system to better contain it. Communities near the fire area may see significant glow and smoke overnight, with areas surrounding the Green Swamp Nature Preserve and northeast of Wilmington experiencing the heaviest smoke impacts. The N.C. Forest Service is mobilizing its Red Incident Management Team to take command of the fire, and the public is reminded to keep drones away from wildfires for safety reasons.

via WWAY NewsChannel 3|

#brunswick-county #natural-disaster #pulp-road-fire