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State Forest Service officials issued a red flag warning for fire conditions across the entire state Sunday. No burn bans have been issued locally, but fire officials are discouraging any type of outdoor burning due to the dry conditions. Strong gusty winds, warm temperatures, extremely low humidity and a rainfall deficit have created prime conditions for major wildfires, the N.C. Forest Service (NCFS) said in a press release....
Developing story A driver died after apparently tried to avoid a dead animal on N.C. 87 near the county line this morning. Traffic was tied up for hours after the crash, which occurred just before 7 a.m. Initial reports show the wreck happened near Gus Bryant Road. The driver reportedly tried to avoid a dead animal in the roadway, crossed the centerline, left the highway and struck a...
Developing story Fire and rescue crews are working on a major crash in the 4500 block of N.C. 87 in Riegelwood. Acme-Delco-Riegelwood Fire-Rescue posted on social media that traffic is being delayed, and lane closures “are likely.” Motorists are asked to use an alternate route if at all possible. The wreck is in the vicinity of N.C. 87 (Old Stage Road) and Gus Bryant Road. Details of the...