U.S. Forest Service fire crews are increasing containment on multiple wildfires on the National Forests in North Carolina. Over the weekend, firefighters responded to 13 new wildfires, burning approximately 700 acres in total.
Crews continue to make progress on the two largest fires, the Falls Dam Fire (~410-acres) on the Uwharrie National Forest in Montgomery County, and the Ramshorn Fire (~110 acres) on the Croatan National Forest in Carteret County. Containment efforts include constructing new fire lines and the improvement of existing lines, using roads and natural terrain features as pre-existing barriers to fire spread.
Firefighters are also strengthening containment lines on multiple smaller fires and remain ready to respond to any new ignitions that may occur.
An elevated fire danger continues today through Wednesday, with gusting winds and low humidity levels ahead of the incoming storms. Forecasted precipitation and higher humidity levels are expected to moderate fire behavior later in the week. Officials urge the public to avoid outdoor burning as careless debris burning remains the leading cause of wildfires.
Crews continue to make progress on the two largest fires, the Falls Dam Fire (~410-acres) on the Uwharrie National Forest in Montgomery County, and the Ramshorn Fire (~110 acres) on the Croatan National Forest in Carteret County. Containment efforts include constructing new fire lines and the improvement of existing lines, using roads and natural terrain features as pre-existing barriers to fire spread.
Firefighters are also strengthening containment lines on multiple smaller fires and remain ready to respond to any new ignitions that may occur.
An elevated fire danger continues today through Wednesday, with gusting winds and low humidity levels ahead of the incoming storms. Forecasted precipitation and higher humidity levels are expected to moderate fire behavior later in the week. Officials urge the public to avoid outdoor burning as careless debris burning remains the leading cause of wildfires.
