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Final update on Black Cove Complex shows fires nearing full containment: NCFS
The North Carolina Forest Service has shared what it called a "final update" on the Black Cove Complex.The total size of the ...
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Over 300 first responders battle Black Cove fires as Saluda declares state of emergency
More than 300 firefighters and emergency personnel are in Polk County working fire lines on three major wildfires under the Black Cove Complex. Staffing continues to climb from 280 on Tuesday and 240 ...
Western NC wildfire considered the 'highest priority' fire in the South U.S.; 1 injured
The Black Cove Complex Fire is considered the "highest priority fire" in the Southern U.S. A firefighter was injured on March ...
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Saluda inn houses Helene survivors, evacuees as firefighters work to tame Polk County fires
From this vantage point, Bill Wilson watches as Chinook helicopters, spotter planes and air tankers launch an aerial fight against the Black Cove and Deep Woods fires in Polk County. Looking out at ...
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Final update on the Black Cove Complex in Polk and Henderson counties
Firefighters continue to make steady progress on the Black Cove Complex fires as cold and wet conditions moved back into the area Wednesday. Precipitation has played a key role in helping firefighters ...
Rain brings relief to western North Carolina wildfires
Rain helped cool the Black Cove Complex wildfires, slowing fire activity, but crews remain on alert for new challenges.
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Western NC wildfires updates Monday, March 31: See developments around the region
Fire crews will continue to patrol and mop-up along the fire perimeter. 5 p.m.: Black Cove Fire reaches 93% containment Rain and the efforts of firefighters have helped get the Black Cove Complex ...
Wildfires continue to spread in NC, SC leaving behind destruction: See map of Carolinas
Firefighters in North Carolina gain movement on containing two of the state's largest fires, while South Carolina's largest fire doubles in size ...
Rain near Western North Carolina mountains expected to help firefighters combat wildfires
Rain over the weekend helped fire crews in the region, and they hope more rain and thunderstorms will suppress wildfires further.
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Western NC wildfires live updates Saturday, March 29: See the latest from around the region
Meanwhile, containment is increasing on the other Black Cove Complex fires. As of 7 p.m. Saturday, there were 493 personnel assigned to the Black Cove Complex with more resources set to arrive. Crews ...
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On the heels of a dry winter, firefighters around the US brace for wildfire risks
(AP Photo/ Ty O’Neil) Firefighter John Ward works to control the Black Cove Fire Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in Saluda, N.C. (AP Photo/Allison Joyce) An instructor shows students how to sharpen a ...
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Update on the Black Cove Complex fires in Polk and Henderson counties
News release from the N.C Forest Service: According to the National Interagency Fire Center, the Black Cove Complex is the highest priority fire in the Southern U.S. Currently, there are 303 ...